{"product_id":"wagyu-kagoshima-entrecote-a5","title":"Kagoshima Wagyu Ribeye – A5","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese A5 Wagyu ribeye from Kagoshima offers a truly exceptional beef experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its abundant marbling creates an exceptionally juicy ribeye with a buttery texture, deep umami and a subtle sweetness. As the beef meets the hot pan, the fat melts within the muscle, making every bite tender, rich and intensely flavourful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the original – authentic Japanese Wagyu from cattle born and raised in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Our ribeye comes from Kagoshima in southern Japan and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Black breed, also known as Kuroge Washu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, renowned for its ability to develop outstanding marbling. Experience Wagyu from its homeland, where the traditions and expertise behind this exclusive beef originated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKagoshima – Japanese Wagyu with a rich tradition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated on the island of Kyushu, Kagoshima is one of Japan’s leading regions for raising Japanese Black Wagyu. The region is renowned for its premium beef, with fine marbling and meticulous attention to meat quality at the heart of its reputation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWagyu ribeye from Kagoshima\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines the Japanese breed’s characteristic tenderness with the rich flavour of ribeye. It is a cut for anyone who wants to discover why Japanese Wagyu ranks among the world’s most exclusive beef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA5 – the highest Japanese grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis ribeye is graded \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the highest combination in the Japanese beef grading system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e indicates the highest grade for the carcass’s estimated meat yield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e indicates the highest meat quality grade, assessed through marbling, meat colour, firmness and texture, and fat colour and quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarbling is also assessed using the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMS scale, which runs from 1 to 12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Meat quality grade 5 requires marbling within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMS 8–12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, together with the highest grade in the other quality criteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA5 therefore means more than abundant marbling – it is a comprehensive assessment of meat quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavour and experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese A5 Wagyu ribeye delivers a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erich, buttery flavour and an almost melt-in-the-mouth texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The finely distributed fat brings juiciness and depth of flavour to every bite, while the ribeye’s natural character contributes a full, rich beef flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts remarkable richness makes even a smaller portion a memorable experience. Serve it sliced as an exclusive part of a meal, or make it the centrepiece of a Japanese Wagyu tasting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the cooking simple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet the quality of the beef speak for itself. Pat the surface dry and sear in a hot pan until a beautiful crust develops. The generously marbled beef releases its own fat, so you will usually need little or no additional cooking fat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjust the cooking time to the thickness of the cut and allow the beef to rest briefly before slicing. Finish with a little flaky sea salt and serve with simple accompaniments that let the Japanese Wagyu flavour shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beef is shipped vacuum-packed and frozen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swedish Wild","offers":[{"title":"250","offer_id":58802155422027,"sku":"WAGYU-KAGOSHIMA-ENTRECOTE-250","price":65.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0536\/6353\/1181\/files\/Wagyu_Kagoshima_A5_Entrecote_1.jpg?v=1791901819","url":"https:\/\/swedishwild.com\/products\/wagyu-kagoshima-entrecote-a5","provider":"Swedish Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}