Discover the Story Behind Japanese Wagyu
Visit a Wagyu farm in Japan and discover the care, traditions, and craftsmanship behind the beef. This behind-the-scenes experience offers a closer look at cattle raising, followed by a memorable dining experience.
Located in the scenic Tamba region of Hyogo Prefecture, this exclusive Wagyu farm is part of the birthplace of Tajima cattle — the bloodline behind world-famous Kobe beef. Surrounded by mountains and clean natural water, Tamba provides the ideal environment for raising premium A5 Wagyu. Here, you’ll witness the meticulous care and traditional methods that create Japan’s most celebrated beef, followed by an unforgettable farm-fresh Kobe Wagyu dining experience.
This distinguished farm has earned some of the highest honors in Japan’s Wagyu industry, including:
The farm’s awards reflect the care and expertise behind its cattle-raising traditions.
Leave with a deeper appreciation of Japanese Wagyu, from its heritage and grading to the care behind each cut.
Japan’s Premier Wagyu Farm: A Rare Insider Experience
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What Your Visit Includes
Expert-Guided Farm Experience in English
Enjoy private pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in Kyoto, Osaka, or Kobe by our English-speaking driver. After the tour, relax with a comfortable return transfer to your hotel or ship for a truly seamless experience. The Wagyu farm is located approximately 90 minutes from Kyoto or Osaka. We can also arrange pickup in one city and drop-off in another following the tour for added flexibility.
The entire tour takes about 6 hours (3 hours of round-trip transfer and 3 hours of tour).
Available visit times are listed below. Confirm your hotel or port pickup time when booking.
The farm is closed on Thursdays and on the second and third Wednesdays of each month.
Experience Flow
An English-speaking Wagyu specialist will host your visit and share insights throughout the experience.
Learn about the stages of cattle raising, from calves to mature animals, and discover the practices behind Japanese Wagyu, including:
Beef Grading & Traceability Demonstration
Gain rare insight into Japan’s strict evaluation system with a live demonstration covering:
Private Wagyu Tasting Experience
Complete your visit with a Wagyu tasting at the farm’s restaurant, where the meal brings the story of the beef to the table. Enjoy expertly prepared, award-winning Wagyu showcasing exceptional marbling, flavor depth, and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness — a culinary highlight available only to privileged guests.
Wagyu Tasting Menu
A Memorable Tableside Kobe beef Experience
Currently, the experience is offered in a curated Oil-Yaki (tableside grilling) style, allowing guests to enjoy the rich flavors of premium A5 Kobe beef in its purest form.
To elevate the experience beyond a typical meal, guests have the unique option to have the beef personally prepared at the table by your tour guide. While traditional Yakiniku usually requires guests to cook the meat themselves, this guided, tableside cooking service ensures each cut is prepared to perfection. Your tour guide will also assist with cooking throughout the meal, creating a relaxed and seamless dining experience.
As each slice is prepared, your tour guide will share insights into the origin, grading, and characteristics of Kobe beef, turning the meal into an engaging culinary journey—where dining meets education.
Each course pairs A5 Kobe beef with other premium Wagyu cuts for a tasting that celebrates texture, flavor, and the care behind the beef.
Portions may vary with the day’s menu. The tasting emphasizes the quality and character of the beef.
All meals are served with:
Additional premium meats, beverages, and appetizers are available for à la carte ordering at the table.
Kiwami Yakiniku / Oil-Yaki Course
A refined Japanese grilling method where thinly sliced beef is lightly seared on an oiled iron plate to enhance its natural flavor.
Light seasoning lets the Wagyu’s tenderness and natural flavor take center stage.
Children’s meals include a choice of Wagyu hamburger steak, sukiyaki, or beef stew, served with rice, salad, Japanese pickles, and miso soup.
VIP Tour Prices
Adults
$799 pp (single) $599 pp (group of 2)
$569 pp (group of 3)
$529 pp (group of 4)
$499 pp (group of 5)
$469 pp (group of 6)
$429 pp (group of 7)
$399 pp (group of 8)
Children
Children under 3: Complimentary
Ages 3–5: $99
Ages 5–12 with a children’s meal: $199
Ages 5–12 with an adult meal: $299
Plan Your Wagyu Farm Visit
Contact us with your preferred date, pickup location, and number of travelers. We will confirm availability and the arrangements for your visit.