Satsuma Nishiki Pork

Raised in the great land of Kagoshima — a brand pork of stable meat quality and rich flavor.

Satsuma Nishiki Pork is a Japanese brand pork (meigara-buta) from Kinko Town , Kanoya City and others, Kagoshima Prefecture, managed by Ito Ham Yonekyu Holdings Co., Ltd. Breed / crossbreeding: Female three-way and two-way cross.

Satsuma Nishiki Pork is a brand pork raised under Kagoshima Prefecture’s rich natural environment — managed and operated by Ito Ham Yonekyu Holdings Co., Ltd. Production is conducted at a dedicated farm in Kagoshima — slaughter and processing are handled by Sankyo Meat Co., Ltd. All processes from production area through table delivery are strictly managed under a consistent hygiene management system — a major strength of stable quality and high safety being secured.

For rearing — three-breed cross females and two-breed cross females are adopted — carefully raised over approximately 180–190 days of age. This sufficient rearing period is also one of the characteristics — meat quality variation is minimal, finely grained texture and elegant umami are drawn out. Pigs raised at Kagoshima farms — approximately 85,000 head are shipped annually — continuing to clear strict quality standards assuming nationwide distribution.

The pork of Satsuma Nishiki Pork — suitable for shabu-shabu, stir-fry, and grilling of course — also suitable for braised preparations — the quality of flavor and texture can be fully enjoyed regardless of cooking method. With producers and processors closely cooperating under the background of Kagoshima’s rich food culture — continuing to protect quality — this brand pork, as safe, reliable domestic pork, actively plays a role across a wide range from home tables to professional restaurants. From obtaining trademark registration in 2014 as well — the certain brand power and confidence in quality can be inferred. Please do enjoy at least once the flavor of this proud specialty raised by the Satsuma earth.

Basic Information

• Name
  Satsuma Nishiki Pork
• Production Area
  Kinko Town (Kimotsuki District), Kanoya City and others, Kagoshima Prefecture
• Management Body
  Ito Ham Yonekyu Holdings Co., Ltd.
• Breed / Crossbreeding
  Female three-way and two-way cross
• Meat Characteristics
  Produced at Kagoshima farms under a strict management system. Integrated quality control through slaughter and processing keeps the meat quality stable; finely grained texture and umami.
• Feed Characteristics
  N/A
• Shipping Age
  approx. 180–190 days
• Annual Production
  Approx. 85,000 head annually
• Signature Dish
  N/A
• Certifications
  Trademark registered: August 22, 2014
• Related URLs
  Sankyo Meat Co., Ltd.
  Outline of Major Livestock Suppliers — Sankyo Meat
  Pig Slaughtering & Meat Processing — Sankyo Meat
• Source
  Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.204
  Sankyo Meat Co., Ltd.
  Outline of Major Livestock Suppliers — Sankyo Meat
  Pig Slaughtering & Meat Processing — Sankyo Meat

Last updated
6/21/2026