Onuma Beef is locally produced beef from the Hakodate area, raised in pastures at the foot of Mount Komagatake, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Onuma region in southern Hokkaido.
Most cattle sold as Onuma Beef are male Holstein cattle. They are raised without chemical feed or growth hormones and are primarily fed pasture grass and corn grown using organic farming methods.
The cattle are generally shipped at around 19 to 20 months of age. Crossbred cattle produced from Holstein females are typically shipped at around 27 to 30 months.
Raised in a healthy environment surrounded by the natural landscape of Onuma, the beef is known for its deep, satisfying flavor in the lean meat and naturally sweet-tasting fat.
Because the flavor of the meat itself is one of its highlights, Onuma Beef is particularly enjoyable as a steak. It also works beautifully in hearty dishes such as beef stew and hamburg steaks, allowing visitors to experience its rich character in different styles of Japanese cuisine.
For travelers exploring southern Hokkaido, Onuma Beef offers a taste of the region beyond its famous seafood. Raised at the foot of Mount Komagatake amid the natural surroundings of Onuma, this locally produced beef reflects the agricultural character of the Hakodate area.
Whether served as a simple steak or incorporated into a comforting stew or hamburg steak, Onuma Beef is a regional specialty worth seeking out when discovering the flavors of southern Hokkaido.