Raised on domestic feed rice — a juicy, clean pork born of the gifts of Shinshu.
Shinshu A Pork is a brand pork managed by JA Zen-Noh Nagano Prefecture Headquarters, based in Nagano Prefecture. Under the rich natural environment of Shinshu — surrounded by the majestic Alps mountains — it is a committed pork raised only at farms that have cleared strict production standards. The defining feature of Shinshu A Pork is the addition of domestically-grown feed rice to the feed in the late fattening stage. By adding domestic rice to the feed, the oleic acid content rises within the pig’s body, reducing the characteristic pork off-odor. Oleic acid is a component that positively contributes to the sweetness and fragrance of the meat — making the pork more delicious and easy to eat. On daily tables as well, without concern about off-odor, it can be confidently enjoyed by everyone from children to the elderly. Also, appropriate fat enters the meat cleanly throughout — producing a finely-grained, moist texture. The appeal is juicy meat juices overflowing with every chew, and a clean, refreshing finish — delicious not only in shabu-shabu and sauté but also in tonkatsu with a juicy frying result. The breed is a three-breed cross — Landrace × Large Yorkshire female crossed with Duroc male — an excellent combination balancing meat quality and meat productivity. Shipping is at approximately 180 days of age, body weight 110–120 kg — slaughtered at Nagano Prefecture Meat Corporation and distributed through JA Zen-Noh Nagano Prefecture Headquarters. Primarily sold at Nagano Prefecture A-Coop stores, with approximately 15,000 head shipped annually. Shinshu A Pork — born of Shinshu’s clear air and water, and carefully selected domestically-grown feed rice — please do try its rich flavor at A-Coop stores in Nagano Prefecture.
Basic Information
- Name
Shinshu A Pork - Production Area
Certified farms in Nagano Prefecture - Management Body
JA Zen-Noh Nagano - Breed / Crossbreeding
Three-breed cross: Female (Landrace x Large White) x Male Duroc - Meat Characteristics
Elevated oleic acid from domestic feed rice addition; soft, clean fat with a juicy, non-heavy character; notably low gaminess - Feed Characteristics
Standard compound feed with domestic feed rice added during the late fattening stage to elevate oleic acid content - Shipping Age
Not specified - Annual Production
Approx. 15,000 head annually. Shipping age: approx. 180 days. Shipping weight: approx. 110–120 kg. Primary slaughterhouse: Nagano Prefecture Meat Corporation. Primary wholesaler: JA Zen-Noh Nagano Branch. - Signature Dish
N/A - Certifications
Trademark: not registered
Brand regulations: not established
Farm HACCP: not applicable
JGAP: not applicable
Designated retailer program in place - Related URLs
Nagano Prefecture A-Coop
JA Zen-Noh Nagano (Official Site) - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.118
Nagano Prefecture A-Coop
JA Zen-Noh Nagano (Official Site)
Last updated
6/21/2026