Tenkeibi Ton

Raised on the gifts of Kagoshima and Miyazaki — a brand pork where umami and sweetness shine with outstanding clarity.

Tenkeibi Ton, a brand pork produced in Kagoshima Prefecture and Miyazaki Prefecture and managed by Nanchiku Co., Ltd. Under the rich natural environment of southern Kyushu — carefully arranging temperature, humidity, and ventilation of the rearing environment every day so the pig’s inherent growth function can be maximally drawn out — while keeping careful watch on the health condition of each individual — raised with sincere heart. Indispensable when talking about this brand is the unique feed design — by blending organic acid known for intestinal-regulating effect and digestive function improvement into the feed — firmly supporting the healthy growth inherent to pigs — finishing as even more finely-grained, high-quality pork. What such devoted rearing management accumulated produces is a flavor with three elements — a soft meat quality melting in the mouth, elegant richness, subtle sweetness, and deep, fragrant flavor all together. The beautiful pale pink cross-section is also one of the appeals — minimal scum when simmered, ease of cooking as well. A three-breed cross of Landrace, Large Yorkshire, and Duroc is adopted for the breed — through hybrid vigor effect, meat quality, reproductivity, and health balance is stable at a high level. Approximately 50,000 head are shipped annually — also having export achievements to Singapore and Hong Kong beyond the domestic market — a brand with rich achievements combining trust and capability. Please do fully savor at your table Tenkeibi Ton — concentrated in each bite from the rich bounty of the production area and the sincere commitment Nanchiku’s producers have accumulated over many years.

  • Name
    Tenkeibi Ton
  • Production Area
    Designated farms in Kagoshima Prefecture and Miyazaki Prefecture (Soo City Sueyoshi Town area, Kagoshima, and others)
  • Management Body
    Nanchiku Co., Ltd.
  • Breed / Crossbreeding
    Female (Landrace × Large White) × Male Duroc / Female (Large White × Landrace) × Male Duroc / Hybrid types
  • Meat Characteristics
    A tender meat quality with an elegant richness, a subtle natural sweetness, and a deep, aromatic flavor. Pale pink in cross-section — minimal scum when simmered, making it ideal for stewed dishes.
  • Feed Characteristics
    Proprietary feed with organic acid incorporated from piglet stage through fattening, given continuously. Improves intestinal health and digestive function, promoting healthy development and refined meat quality.
  • Shipping Age
    approx. 200 days
  • Annual Production
    Approx. 50,000 head annually
  • Signature Dish
    N/A
  • Certifications
    Trademark registration: March 16, 2001
  • Related URLs
    Tenkeibi Ton — Nanchiku Co., Ltd.
    About White Pork — Nanchiku Farm / Fujine Farm
    Tenkeibi Ton — Marusan Meat Co., Ltd.
  • Source
    Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.206
    Tenkeibi Ton — Nanchiku Co., Ltd.
    About White Pork — Nanchiku Farm / Fujine Farm
    Tenkeibi Ton — Marusan Meat Co., Ltd.

Last updated
6/21/2026

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