Raised in the deep mountain nature of Yamaguchi Prefecture — a brand pork committed to depth of flavor.
Kano Ajiwai Buta is a Japanese brand pork (meigara-buta) from Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, managed by Kano Farm Co., Ltd. Breed / crossbreeding: Hypor.
Kano Ajiwai Buta (Kano Flavorful Pork), a brand pork produced by Kano Farm Co., Ltd., based in the Kano area of Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, is raised near the headwaters of the clear stream Nishiki River in a mountain-deep environment surrounded by the rich nature of the four seasons — the pigs grow freely under rearing management that keeps stress to a minimum. The breed adopts Hypor — developed in the Netherlands — a hybrid breed combining the excellent characteristics of multiple lineages. With minimal meat quality variation and the coexistence of finely grained lean and elegantly sweet fat — a major appeal.
Barley, rye, and domestically grown rice are richly blended for the feed — with green tea powder further added, drawing on the antioxidant action of catechin and Vitamin E to suppress drip and maintain freshness. Raised slowly over approximately 180 days before shipping — with a medication-free period of 110+ days, thorough consideration for residual medication is also maintained. An all-in, all-out method is adopted for rearing management — moving sibling piglets in groups reduces disease infection risk, with barn cleaning and disinfection during the empty barn period never skipped.
The accumulation of these steady efforts produces a soft meat quality with concentrated umami. The meat quality is also highly evaluated in processed products including ham and sausage — easily purchasable at Kano Farm’s direct sales outlet and official online sales site as well. Please do try at your household table the flavor of this Yamaguchi Prefecture specialty — welcomed as a gift as well.
Basic Information
- Name
Kano Ajiwai Buta - Production Area
Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture - Management Body
Kano Farm Co., Ltd. (Kano Farm / Abu Farm) - Breed / Crossbreeding
Hypor - Meat Characteristics
Little variation in meat quality, finely grained, with elegantly sweet fat. Feeding barley, rye, and domestic rice concentrates the umami, and the antioxidant action of green tea powder keeps drip low. - Feed Characteristics
Compound feed based on barley, rye, and domestic rice, with green tea powder added. The antioxidant action of catechins and vitamin E helps maintain freshness and reduce drip. - Shipping Age
180 days - Annual Production
Approx. 4,000 head annually - Signature Dish
N/A - Certifications
Trademark registered: November 9, 2012 / Brand regulations established - Related URLs
Kano Farm (Official Site)
Kano Farm — Official Online Shop
Yamaguchi Co-op — Kano Ajiwai Buta - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.164
Kano Farm (Official Site)
Kano Farm — Official Online Shop
Yamaguchi Co-op — Kano Ajiwai Buta
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Last updated
6/21/2026
