The pride of Hyogo Prefecture — a brand pork of exceptional fat sweetness, refined and elevated by a banana feed.
Kohaku (Amber) is an original brand pork produced by Maruyas Meat Co., Ltd., headquartered in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture. Pigs carefully raised at Sanda Farm within Hyogo Prefecture are given a dedicated feed with generous banana blend — fattened slowly and carefully over time. As the name suggests, the amber-colored brilliantly lustrous fat stands out with its presence — with a very low melting point, the elegant sweetness that seems to melt in the mouth is the greatest appeal. Even the thigh cuts have absolutely no dryness — the moist, soft texture continuing means the quality of the ingredient stands out to the fullest whether grilled, simmered, or stir-fried. Shipping age is 170 days — by raising slowly over time and effort, the deep authentic umami of the ingredient is firmly drawn out. Annual shipments approximately 1,900 head — high rarity — known as one of the few brand porks distributed primarily centered on the Kansai area. The breed uses a female pig crossing Hypor with Duroc — magnificently achieving both softness of meat quality and elegant sweetness of the fat. Under a system of consistent management from farm through slaughter, dismemberment, and delivery — hygiene and freshness are maintained at a high standard — the commitment to stably delivering safe, delicious pork is felt. Please do savor at least once the rare Kohaku combining the sweetness of the fat and the softness of the lean.
Basic Information
- Name
Kohaku - Production Area
Sanda Farm, Hyogo Prefecture (Maruyasu Meat Co., Ltd.) - Management Body
N/A - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female Hypor × Duroc - Meat Characteristics
An exceptionally low fat melting point delivers a melt-in-the-mouth sweetness unlike any other. The lean — even tougher cuts like the leg — stays moist and tender throughout. - Feed Characteristics
Proprietary feed generously blended with banana. The banana’s richness imparts a distinctive sweetness and low melting point to the fat. - Shipping Age
170 days - Annual Production
Approx. 1,900 head annually - Signature Dish
N/A - Certifications
Trademark registered
Brand regulations established - Related URLs
Maruyasu Meat Co., Ltd. (Official Site) - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.154
Maruyasu Meat Co., Ltd. (Official Site)
Last updated
6/21/2026