Origin: Saitama Prefecture, Japan Grade: A4 Marble Score: 6-7 Lineage: Japanese Black (Kuroge) Certificate Included Experience one of Japan’s most refined beef offerings with our A4 Wagyu Ribeye, sourced directly from the renowned Hasegawa Farm in Saitama Prefecture. Known as Bushu Wagyu, this premium Japanese ribeye delivers the perfect balance of buttery marbling, rich umami flavor, and tender texture. Just north of Tokyo proper lies the Saitama Prefecture of Japan, home of well-preserved Edo-era structures and Buddhist temples. Amidst the lush mountains and rock formations lies the family-owned Hasegawa Farm, a fourth-generation private producer of Bushū wagyu, which is commonly referred to as Bushu-Gyu or “Samurai Beef.” The cattle of the Hasegawa Farm - which are bred from the famed Black Wagyu breed - enjoy impeccable cleanliness during the humid season - earning the highest recognition from the Japan Ministry of Agriculture - all while enjoying a diet of sake lees, beer pulp, apple peels, pineapple chips mixed with rice bran, and abundant access to mineral-rich spring water. Why Choose A4 Wagyu Ribeye? Authentic Japanese Wagyu – Raised and harvested in Saitama, Japan A4 Marbling Score – Offers indulgence with balance, slightly leaner than A5 for a more versatile steak Bushu Wagyu Heritage – A highly respected regional Wagyu brand prized for clean flavor and consistency Farm-to-Table Quality – Direct from Hasegawa Farm, where cattle are raised with care, tradition, and natural feed Flavor & Texture The A4 Bushu Wagyu Ribeye is celebrated for its silky tenderness and well-distributed marbling, creating a steak that melts in your mouth without being overwhelmingly fatty. Expect deep beef umami, layered with a delicate sweetness and a lingering finish that defines world-class Wagyu. Cooking Recommendations For best results, cook this Japanese Wagyu Ribeye to medium-rare. The balanced fat content makes it ideal for: Quick searing on cast iron Charcoal grilling for a smoky depth Oven roasting as a show-stopping centerpiece Perfect For Wagyu enthusiasts looking to explore authentic Japanese beef beyond A5 Home chefs seeking a restaurant-quality Wagyu steak experience Gifting a premium steak that represents both luxury and authenticity Click here to learn more about marble scores. Each portioned piece is individually packaged and vacuum sealed. In order to maximize freshness during delivery, we blast freeze our cuts and ship them with dry ice in a reusable insulated box. Thawing is natural and may occur. To learn more about how we ship our products and how to properly receive them, please visit Shipping Info for further detail. All sales are final.
