Chiya Beef is a Japanese Black cattle breed descended from Takenotani Tsuru, Japan's oldest vine cattle breed, and originated in Niimi City , Okayama Prefecture . Chiya Beef is characterized by moderate marbling and lean meat, and is exceptionally tasty and tender. It is also a brand of beef that values quality from breeding and fattening to production, and is fed domestic rice straw. Due to these characteristics, Chiya Beef is said to be the root of Wagyu beef brands across the country. Furthermore, Chiya Beef was recognized as a brand of beef by the Japan Patent Office as a registered regional collective trademark in 2007, guaranteeing the deliciousness and quality of Chiya Beef.
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- Japan's oldest vine cow
- Chiya beef shabu-shabu
- Chiya Beef Ramen
- Chiya Beef Udon
- Chiya Beef Burger
- Chiya Beef Bowl
- Chiya beef curry
- Chiya Beef Food Tour Map
Japan's oldest vine cow

Chiya beef, known as the oldest vine beef in Japan, is characterized by its moderate marbling and tender red meat, making it incredibly delicious! We will introduce gourmet dishes using Chiya beef in Okayama Prefecture!
Chiya beef shabu-shabu

This dish uses loin meat of A4 rank or higher from Chiya beef. The juices and flavor spread the moment you put it in your mouth, making it an irresistible dish. You can enjoy it at the restaurant at Niimi Chiya Onsen Ibuki no Sato, a facility in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture , that boasts high-quality hot springs and delicious cuisine.
Chiya Beef Ramen

Chiya beef, raised in the Ashin region of northern Okayama Prefecture , is rare and is said to be a rare breed of Japanese Black beef. Its tender lean meat, finely marbled texture, and melt-in-your-mouth texture rival even the most famous brand-name beef in Japan. Chiya beef ramen is generously topped with sliced Chiya beef. Choose from soy sauce, miso, or tonkotsu flavors, and the harmony of the topping vegetables and the Chiya beef creates an exquisite flavor. Enjoy it at Niimi Ramen Ibuki in Niimi City, Niimi Okayama Prefecture , where you can also enjoy a variety of menu items utilizing local ingredients. This ramen restaurant has garnered attention, having won the top prize at the Niimi Ramen Contest and been featured on television.
Chiya Beef Udon

The udon noodles topped with plenty of Chiya beef are a hearty and satisfying dish.
Chiya Beef Burger

This dish is packed with energy and features a perfect combination of Chiya beef and crunchy lettuce and tomatoes. Like Chiya beef udon, it can be enjoyed at Self Udon Niimi Chaya in Niimi City , Okayama Prefecture .
Chiya Beef Bowl

Chiya Beef Bowl is an authentic rice bowl dish made by simmering high-quality Chiya beef with onions, shiitake mushrooms, burdock root, shirataki noodles, and other ingredients in local soy sauce, bringing out the best in the ingredients and making them tender. At a reasonable price, you can enjoy the delicious taste of high-quality meat, locally grown rice, and vegetables. This dish is served at JA Ashin Yakiniku Restaurant Chiya Beef in Niimi City , Okayama Prefecture !
Chiya beef curry

This luxurious curry is filled with chunks of large diced Chiya beef. It is a recommended dish at Popai, a restaurant in Niimi City , Okayama Prefecture , and is characterized by its mellow, hand-prepared spicy flavor.
Chiya Beef Food Tour Map
Check out this website that shows you at a glance the restaurants and stores where you can eat Chiya beef!
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