Sanshu Buta, the brand pork that Aichi is proud of — a white fat that holds a moist richness and umami within.
Sanshu Buta is a Japanese brand pork (meigara-buta) from Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, managed by Toyota Farm. Breed / crossbreeding: Female (Landrace × Large White) × Duroc (triple cross).
Sanshu Buta (Sanshu Pork) is a brand pork produced by Toyota Farm, based in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture. Pigs carefully raised at Tahara Farm are given a recycled feed centered on cereal grains such as barley and wheat — growing freely and healthily. Recycled feed is waste food generated at food factories and in the distribution process that has been appropriately processed and reused — Toyota Farm proactively practices environmental conservation and effective utilization of food resources through this initiative.
The breed is a three-breed cross — (Landrace × Large White) female crossed with Duroc male — raised slowly over 150–180 days to reach a shipping weight of 110–120 kg. The meat quality makes an impression with pure white fat — when it enters the mouth, a moist texture with deep richness and umami spreads. The richly flavored fat with no cloyingness demonstrates its true value in various preparations including tonkatsu, ginger pork stir-fry, and shabu-shabu.
The commitment to safety and reliability is also thorough — no antibiotic use in the feed whatsoever from the rearing stage through to shipment. The farm continues to protect, as the basic premise of production, the delivery of pork that consumers can confidently place on tables. Trademark registration obtained in 2011 — further elevating reliability and name recognition as a brand.
Distribution is conducted through Yonekyu and JA — approximately 6,000 head are delivered to tables nationwide annually. By establishing a designated sales store system, quality management is consistently maintained — providing consumers with reliable peace of mind. With aspirations for overseas export in the future as well — aiming for international recognition as a brand pork from Aichi.
Basic Information
- Name
Sanshu Buta - Production Area
Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture - Management Body
Toyota Farm (Tahara Farm) - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Duroc (triple cross) - Meat Characteristics
Pure white fat with a moist richness and umami; a flavorful pork without heaviness. Shipping age: 150–180 days; shipping weight: 110–120 kg. - Feed Characteristics
Recycled feed centered on cereal grains such as barley and wheat (reused food waste). No antibiotics in feed from the growing stage to shipment. - Shipping Age
150–180 days - Annual Production
Approx. 6,000 head annually. Distributed through Yonekyu and JA. Designated retailer program in place. - Signature Dish
Tonkatsu / Ginger pork (shogayaki) / Shabu-shabu / Yakiniku - Certifications
Trademark registered: February 4, 2011. Environmental conservation through recycled feed. Safe, reliable production without antibiotics. - Related URLs
Toyota Farm (Official Site) - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.143
Toyota Farm (Official Site)
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Last updated
6/21/2026
