Japanese Wagyu

Japanese A5, A4, A3, and F1 Kozatsu — sourced from 200+ rotating Japanese brands across Miyazaki, Kagoshima, Hokkaido, Sanuki, Satsuma, Shimane, and Rokko. Every cut comes with its certificate of authenticity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does A5 mean in Japanese Wagyu?

The letter is the yield grade (A is highest). The number is the meat quality grade from 1 to 5, based on marbling, color, firmness, and fat quality. A5 is the highest possible grade and corresponds to a Beef Marbling Score (BMS) of 8 to 12.

What is the difference between A5 and A4 Wagyu?

A5 has a BMS of 8–12 and A4 has a BMS of 5–7. A5 is richer, more buttery, and melts at body temperature. A4 has more recognizable beef flavor with still-extraordinary marbling, and typically costs 20–30% less per ounce than A5.

Does Japanese Wagyu come with a certificate of authenticity?

Yes. Every Japanese Wagyu cut from Ligma Provisions includes its official certificate of authenticity, which traces the beef to a specific Japanese prefecture and producer.

How much A5 Wagyu should I serve per person?

Because A5 Wagyu is so richly marbled, most people serve 4 to 6 ounces per person — roughly half a normal steak portion. Larger portions are often too rich to finish.

What are the best-known Japanese Wagyu brands?

Miyazaki Gyu, Satsuma (Kagoshima Prefecture), Sanuki Olive-Fed (Kagawa), Shimane, Takamori sake-fed Wagyu, and Kobe are among the most recognized. Ligma Provisions rotates across 200+ Japanese brands.