Raised at the foot of Mount Akagi — a brand pork proud of its clean, refreshing umami and elegant fat.
Akagi Pork is a Japanese brand pork (meigara-buta) from Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture, managed by Akagi Pork Production Cooperative. Breed / crossbreeding: Female (Landrace × Large White) × Male: Duroc.
Akagi Pork is a brand pork representing Joshu (Gunma), nurtured in the rich nature of the Akagi mountain foothills in Gunma Prefecture. Production is managed by certified farmers of the Akagi Pork Production Cooperative, raising each animal with devoted care at 6 farms within Gunma Prefecture, with the absolute priority of giving no stress to the pigs, under thorough hygiene management and vaccination programs.
The key to rearing is the plant-based dedicated feed ‘New Akagi Pork’ — containing 15% or more cereal grains such as barley and wheat — given continuously from approximately 120 days of age through to shipment, with no animal-based feed whatsoever. The abundant Vitamin E derived from the grains gradually permeates the pork, elevating the quality of the fat and firmly drawing out an elegant sweetness and fragrant aroma.
When eaten, the fat is sweet and refreshingly clean, with virtually no sense of cloyingness. The lean is characterized by high water retention, good firmness, and attractive color. It does not easily harden with heat, and the umami is not impaired even when cooled — demonstrating its true value in a wide range of preparations including roast pork and deep-fried pork skewers (kushiage). By raising slowly over approximately 180 days — longer than standard — the umami of the meat is concentrated, with the rich inherent flavor of the lean standing out even more vividly.
A refreshingly clean yet deep flavor that can be recommended without hesitation even to those who dislike the fat of pork — the greatest appeal of Akagi Pork. JA Akagi Tachibana recipes introduce preparations including cheese-topped roast pork and pork and scallion stick fry — please do try them for reference.
Basic Information
- Name
Akagi Pork - Production Area
Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture - Management Body
Akagi Pork Production Cooperative - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Male: Duroc / Female (Large White × Landrace) × Male: Duroc - Meat Characteristics
Sweet, clean-tasting fat with high moisture retention in the lean meat. Bright-colored, firm texture that stays tender after cooking and even when cooled. - Feed Characteristics
“New Akagi Pork” dedicated feed containing 15% or more cereal grains such as barley and wheat — all plant-based, no animal-derived ingredients. Fed continuously from approximately 120 days of age through shipment. - Shipping Age
Approx. 180 days - Annual Production
Approx. 20,000 head annually - Signature Dish
Roast pork
Pork and green onion stick fry - Certifications
Trademark registered: April 1, 2011
Brand regulations in place with quality certification standards and trade conditions - Related URLs
Joshu Brand Pork Akagi Pork | JA Akagi Tachibana
Pork Recipes | JA Akagi Tachibana
Gunma Pork Kingdom | Brand Directory - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.71
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Last updated
6/21/2026
