Kobe Beef: Certified Hyogo Tajima Beef
Kobe Beef is not a generic wagyu name. It applies only to qualifying Tajima cattle produced under Hyogo rules and meeting additional sex, carcass grade, marbling and weight standards...
At a glance
| Name | Kobe Beef: Certified Hyogo Tajima Beef (Kobe Beef) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Hyogo |
| Region | Kansai |
| Type | GI-protected certified regional beef |
What is it?
Kobe Beef is not a generic wagyu name. It applies only to qualifying Tajima cattle produced under Hyogo rules and meeting additional sex, carcass grade, marbling and weight standards.
Current association criteria require a heifer or steer, A or B yield with meat quality grade 4 or higher, BMS No.6 or higher, and carcass weights of 270–499.9 kg for females or 300–499.9 kg for steers.
History and local context
Registered Hyogo producers manage eligible Tajima cattle from breeding through finishing and ship them to designated in-prefecture centers. Qualifying carcasses receive a Kobe Meat Certificate.
Kobe Beef, Kobe Niku, Kobe Gyu and KOBE BEEF were registered as Japan GI No.3 on 22 December 2015.
How to enjoy it
Use the official registered-shop search and inspect certification or individual traceability rather than relying on menu wording alone.
A modest, simply seasoned steak shows fine marbling; at home, follow cold-chain, thawing and cooking instructions and prevent raw-meat cross-contamination.
This is a branded commercial confection; compare the maker and authorized seller when purchasing.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kobe Beef: Certified Hyogo Tajima Beef from?
It is associated with Hyogo, in the Kansai region of Japan.
What kind of food is Kobe Beef: Certified Hyogo Tajima Beef?
This guide classifies it as gi-protected certified regional beef. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Kobe Beef: Certified Hyogo Tajima Beef online?
Use the Rakuten Japan search link on this page. Confirm the maker, ingredients, storage requirements, and international shipping before ordering.
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