Saga Beef: Branded Wagyu of Kyushu Proud of Softness and Marbling

Saga Beef: Top-Class Branded Japanese Wagyu

Saga beef is a brand name given only to individuals of Japanese Black cattle raised in Saga Prefecture that clear the strictest quality standards (BMS 12 or above, etc.). With a track record of winning the Prime Minister's Award and the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award at the National Wagyu Ability Show (held every 5 years) in 2007 and 2012, it is Japan's top-class wagyu brand.

Characteristics of Saga Beef

Saga beef's characteristics are three points: "fine and even marbling," "sweetness and umami of the meat," and "soft texture." The low fat melting point allows enjoyment of a melt-in-the-mouth texture. Top-quality A5-rank Saga beef is rare and can be enjoyed through various cooking methods including yakiniku, steak, and shabu-shabu.

Saga Beef Restaurants in Saga City

Many restaurants and yakiniku restaurants in Saga City, Takeo, and Ureshino serve Saga beef. In particular, Saga beef specialty restaurants are concentrated around "SAGA Visitors Facility" in Saga City.

Saga Beef Mail Order

Saga beef can also be purchased at high-end supermarkets and department store basement butcher shops nationwide. Mail order via internet shopping is also available, allowing enjoyment of Saga beef at home.

Access

From JR "Saga Station" to city restaurants, travel by foot or bus. Saga beef lunch in Takeo and Ureshino is also popular, with food travel combined with hot springs enjoyable.