Raised on four herbs — a clean pork with little off-odor.
Herb Buta is a Japanese brand pork (meigara-buta) raised nationwide (designated farms), managed by Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd. Breed / crossbreeding: Female (Landrace × Large White) × Male Duroc (LWD three-way cross).
Herb Buta (Herb Pork) is a brand pork that Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd. has been developing since 1997. Applying the thinking of ‘food and medicine from the same source’ to feed production — carefully raised on a pure plant-based dedicated feed blending 4 types of herbs: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and oregano.
Ginger adjusts body moisture and strengthens cell membranes, oregano prevents fat deterioration through antioxidant action, nutmeg promotes appetite and reduces gaminess, cinnamon has antibacterial/antiseptic action — each herb is utilized for maintaining the pig’s health and improving meat quality. By such rearing methods — compared to standard pork, odor intensity approximately 25% suppressed, fat oxidation degree approximately 76% suppressed, drip volume approximately 25% suppressed each — finishing as pork with minimal gaminess and good freshness-keeping. The fat has a gradually spreading sweetness — a clean, concentrated umami flavor can be enjoyed.
The breed is an LWD three-breed cross pig — Duroc (D) male combined with Landrace (L) × Large White (W) female — characterized by soft, juicy texture. Raised to average 180 days of age — with thoroughgoing quality management under original safety standards covering 10 items — after self-inspection at the cutting plant, the pork is shipped.
Produced at carefully selected contracted farms nationwide — approximately 30,000 head distributed annually. Compatible with various pork preparations such as ton-zuke (miso marinade), tonkatsu, ginger pork stir-fry, and steak — in simple preparations making use of the ingredient’s flavor, the appeal of Herb Buta stands out.
Basic Information
- Name
Herb Buta - Production Area
Nationwide (designated farms) - Management Body
Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd. - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Male Duroc (LWD three-way cross) - Meat Characteristics
Little drip and long-lasting freshness. Fat with a gently spreading sweetness; a clean flavor with concentrated umami. Little off-odor and a clean texture - Feed Characteristics
Purely plant-based dedicated feed blended with four herbs: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and oregano - Shipping Age
average 180 days - Annual Production
Approx. 30,000 head annually - Signature Dish
Ton-zuke (miso-marinated pork) / Tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) / Ginger pork stir-fry / Steak - Certifications
Quality control under original safety standards covering 10 items / In-house inspection at the cutting plant / Raised at carefully selected contract farms / Trademark registered: March 14, 2014 / Brand regulations established: 1997 (revised December 1, 2016) - Related URLs
Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd.
Domestic Herb Buta — Safe and Delicious — Nisshin Marubeni Feed - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.216
Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd.
Domestic Herb Buta — Safe and Delicious — Nisshin Marubeni Feed
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Last updated
6/21/2026
