GI certified — a Kyoto brand pork of rich, satisfying umami, born of a three-way cross.
Kyoto Pork is a three-breed cross — Landrace × Large Yorkshire female crossed with Duroc male — one of Kyoto Prefecture’s authentic brand porks. In rearing, the rearing management manual established by Kyoto Prefecture is strictly followed — in the finishing stage of the late fattening period, a special feed blending 30%+ barley and bread crumbs is continuously given for 60+ days. This unique feed design is a major factor producing finely-grained, soft meat quality and deep umami. Shipping requires a sufficient period of 180+ days minimum (target 195 days) — only those that have grown to approximately 110 kg body weight and received a rating of ‘Standard’ or above from the Japan Meat Grading Association at Kyoto City Central Wholesale Market Second Market are certified and shipped as ‘Kyoto Pork.’ Having been managed under such strict quality standards, trademark registration was recognized in 2009 — and GI (Geographic Indication) protection system registration was also achieved in 2019 — both the quality and regional individuality are publicly highly evaluated. At rearing farms, proactive efforts toward Farm HACCP promotion are also made — the stance toward food safety and reliability is thoroughly maintained. Broth shabu-shabu drawing on the softness of the meat quality and rich umami is one of the representative eating methods for simply savoring the deliciousness of Kyoto Pork. Please do try at your table this Kyoto brand pork combining umami and peace of mind.
Basic Information
- Name
Kyoto Pork - Production Area
Designated farms in Kyoto Prefecture - Management Body
N/A - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Duroc / Female (Large White × Landrace) × Duroc - Meat Characteristics
A finely-grained, tender meat quality with rich umami — raised under Kyoto Prefecture’s rigorous livestock management manual. - Feed Characteristics
Special finishing feed with 30%+ barley and breadcrumbs, fed continuously for 60+ days in the late fattening period. - Shipping Age
180+ days (target approx. 195 days) - Annual Production
Approx. 5,000 head annually - Signature Dish
N/A - Certifications
GI (Geographical Indication) registered: June 28, 2019
Trademark registration: August 21, 2009
Farm HACCP promotion farm - Related URLs
Kyoto Prefecture Brand Livestock Products — Kyoto Pork
Kyoto Tokusan Pork Co., Ltd. (Official Site)
Aochiku Co., Ltd. — Kyoto Pork Page - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.150
Kyoto Prefecture Brand Livestock Products — Kyoto Pork
Kyoto Tokusan Pork Co., Ltd. (Official Site)
Aochiku Co., Ltd. — Kyoto Pork Page
Last updated
6/21/2026