Miyachiku · Japan
The pinnacle of Japanese beef
Miyachiku raises Japanese Black cattle (Kuroge Washu) in Miyazaki Prefecture for more than 30 months, longer than most beef in the world. Miyazaki beef has taken top honors at Japan's national Wagyu competition. Every cut we carry is graded A5, Japan's highest rating, with a marbling score of BMS 8–12. The fat is so fine and evenly laced that it melts at body temperature.
We import Miyachiku direct and ship it frozen to lock in quality. It's the same A5 we supply to restaurant kitchens across the U.S., portioned for home.
How to serve it
A5 is extraordinarily rich, so think tasting portions, not a full steak each: 2–4 oz per person. Slice thin, sear 30–60 seconds a side in a hot dry pan, and finish with flaky salt. Wasabi or a few drops of Selo de Mar garum are all it needs.
Or make it the way Tokyo's sushi counters do: torched Wagyu nigiri.
- Freeze the ribeye for 20 minutes so it slices cleanly, then cut it against the grain into thin slices, about 1/8 inch thick and 3 inches long.
- Shape seasoned sushi rice into small oval mounds, about a tablespoon each.
- Lay a slice of Wagyu over each mound and press gently so it hugs the rice.
- Pass a kitchen torch over the top for a few seconds, just until the fat glistens and starts to melt.
- Finish with a few flakes of salt and a dot of fresh wasabi, or a drop of garum, and serve right away.
One 8 oz ribeye makes about 16 pieces, enough for a showstopper first course for four.
Questions
What does A5 mean?
A is the top yield grade and 5 the top quality grade in Japan's system, which rates marbling, color, firmness and fat quality. A5 is the highest score a Wagyu can get.
How much A5 Wagyu do I need per person?
2 to 4 ounces. One 8 oz ribeye serves two to four people as a tasting course.
Is this real Japanese Wagyu?
Yes. It's 100% Japanese Black cattle from Miyazaki Prefecture, imported direct and certified in Japan, not American or Australian crossbred Wagyu.
How should I cook A5 Wagyu?
Hot, fast and in small pieces. Don't marinate it or cook past medium-rare; the fat needs only enough heat to melt.