Raised in the land of the south, on a feed rich with the bounty of cereal grains — a tender, springy pork with a clean bite.
Nangoku Mugi Buta is a Japanese brand pork (meigara-buta) from Kagoshima and Miyazaki Prefectures, managed by Ito Ham Yonekyu Holdings Co., Ltd. Breed / crossbreeding: Three-breed cross and two-breed cross.
Nangoku Mugi Buta (Southern Country Barley-and-Wheat Pork) is a brand pork carefully raised at designated farms in Kagoshima Prefecture and Miyazaki Prefecture. Ito Ham Yonekyu Holdings Co., Ltd. is the managing entity — designated farms including Japan Farm Co., Ltd. in Kagoshima and Miyazaki handle production. Meat processing is handled by Sankyo Meat Co., Ltd. — delivered to consumers under consistent quality management from production through distribution.
The defining characteristic is commitment to feed. A compound feed containing 10% or more cereal grains such as barley and wheat is given during the fattening period — this grain-rich feed brings unique flavor and softness to the pork. By giving abundant cereal grains — the balance of internal fat in the pig’s body is regulated — a tender, soft meat quality with good bite is realized. Also, with little variation in carcass weight and stable meat quality — always expecting a uniform finish when cooking is also a major appeal. In comparison testing with standard domestic pork — a significant difference in softness is also recognized — the quality is scientifically proven.
The production areas of Kagoshima Prefecture and Miyazaki Prefecture are known as leading pig farming production areas in Japan — warm climate and rich natural environment support the cultivation of healthy pigs. The pork of Nangoku Mugi Buta — can be utilized in diverse preparations such as tonkatsu, shabu-shabu, and Kagoshima local specialty pork miso — preparations making use of the inherent umami of the ingredient can be enjoyed. Distribution is centrally managed within the group — approximately 30,000 head stably supplied annually. Please do enjoy Nangoku Mugi Buta — raised receiving the bounty of the southern country — at your daily table.
Basic Information
- Name
Nangoku Mugi Buta - Production Area
Kagoshima and Miyazaki Prefectures (designated farms) - Management Body
Ito Ham Yonekyu Holdings Co., Ltd. - Breed / Crossbreeding
Three-breed cross and two-breed cross (three-breed and two-breed (female) pigs) - Meat Characteristics
Tender meat with a good bite. Little variation in carcass weight and stable meat quality; comparison tests with standard domestic pork confirmed a significant difference in softness - Feed Characteristics
Compound feed containing 10% or more cereal grains given in the fattening period. The grain-rich feed brings unique flavor and softness to the pork - Shipping Age
Approx. 180–190 days - Annual Production
Approx. 30,000 head annually - Signature Dish
Tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) / Shabu-shabu / Buta miso (miso pork) - Certifications
Produced at Kagoshima farms and Japan Farm designated farms / Slaughtered and processed at Sankyo Meat / Trademark registered: August 10, 2018 - Related URLs
Ito Ham — Domestic Pork
Sankyo Meat — Nangoku Mugi Buta
Japan Farm — Pig Farming Business - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.207
Ito Ham — Domestic Pork
Sankyo Meat — Nangoku Mugi Buta
Japan Farm — Pig Farming Business
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Last updated
6/21/2026
