Nurtured by the rich nature of the Taradake mountain range and a uniquely crafted feed — a brand pork that Saga is proud of.
Kinboshi Saga Buta is a Japanese brand pork (meigara-buta) from Tara Town, Fujitsu District, Saga Prefecture, managed by Nagafuchi FarmLink Co., Ltd. Breed / crossbreeding: Female (Large White × Landrace) × Duroc.
Kinboshi Saga Buta (Gold Star Saga Pork) — in the Kurogane area spreading on the middle slopes of the Taradake mountain system in Tara Town, Fujitsu District, Saga Prefecture — selected as one of the 100 Famous Forest Water Sources. At this richly green satoyama blessed with clear air and rich spring water — Nagafuchi FarmLink Co., Ltd. carefully raises ‘Kinboshi Saga Buta.’ The place name Kurogane derives from the beauty of stars shining in the night sky — this pork that has crowned its name with that image has indeed grown as a brilliant brand pork representing Saga, true to its name.
At mountain barns blessed with clear air and rich spring water — generously given a special feed independently blending dozens of ingredients including rice flour, cereal grains such as barley and wheat, corn, and turmeric — raised slowly over time. The careful rearing of 180 days before shipment is clearly reflected in the outstanding quality of the pork.
Kinboshi Saga Buta pork has minimal drip — the fat firmly taut yet finely grained — one bite, and the deep umami unique to pork spreads throughout the mouth. Furthermore, by consistently self-managing from feed formulation through rearing, processing, and cooking — thoroughgoing food safety and reliability. Having obtained trademark registration, Farm HACCP certification, and brand regulations — the stance of thorough quality management is also an expression of sincerity toward consumers.
Boasting numerous award achievements at West Japan area carcass shows — in addition to export achievements to Hong Kong and Singapore — Kinboshi Saga Buta: a premium brand pork nurtured by Saga’s rich nature and the producer’s deep affection. Please do savor it.
Basic Information
- Name
Kinboshi Saga Buta - Production Area
Tara Town, Fujitsu District, Saga Prefecture - Management Body
Nagafuchi FarmLink Co., Ltd. - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Large White × Landrace) × Duroc - Meat Characteristics
Little drip; fat that is firm yet finely grained; the deep umami of pork spreads throughout the mouth. - Feed Characteristics
Unique blend of dozens of ingredients including rice flour, cereal grains such as barley and wheat, corn, and turmeric. - Shipping Age
180 days - Annual Production
Approx. 22,000 head annually - Signature Dish
N/A - Certifications
Trademark registered: January 6, 2006 / Farm HACCP certified: March 30, 2016 / Brand regulations established - Related URLs
Nagafuchi FarmLink Co., Ltd. (Official Site)
About Kinboshi Saga Buta — Nagafuchi FarmLink Co., Ltd.
Kinboshi Saga Buta — Kotobank - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.174
Nagafuchi FarmLink Co., Ltd. (Official Site)
Kotobank
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Last updated
6/21/2026
