Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wagyu?

Wagyu is a Japanese beef cattle breed, where ‘Wa’ means Japanese and ‘gyu’ means cow.

How is Wagyu different than Kobe?

Kobe beef gets its name from the region in which Wagyu cattle are raised in Japan. The region is Kobe, a city in Hyogo Japan.

What makes Wagyu so special?

Wagyu beef cattle are bred from direct decedents of the Japanese cattle, so the flavor and tenderness are passed down through generations. Gourmet cooks love to prepare our Wagyu beef because of the beautiful marbling and fat distribution, which produces tender, luscious and unbelievably flavorful beef.

What makes Sakura Wagyu Farms different from the other Wagyu or Kobe beef?

Our cattle are holistically raised on local family farms and fed an all-vegetarian diet. They are never given growth hormones or stimulants and are antibiotic free. Our mission is to produce the highest quality American Wagyu Beef taking a holistic approach aligning with local farmers, feeders, and communities focused on our customers desire for a premium dining experience.