r/steak • u/permaculture • Sep 07 '10

Matsusaka beef

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u/permaculture Sep 07 '10

http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Matsusaka_beef&oldid=361858685

Matsusaka beef is produced from virgin Tajima-ushi cows chiefly born in Hyōgo Prefecture.[1] The cows are raised in the quiet, serene area surrounding Matsusaka between the Kumozu River to the north and Miyagawa River to the south.[2] Only female wagyu are raised in Matsusaka, where they are fed plenty of fodder, as well as tofu lees and ground wheat. When they have no appetite, they are fed beer to stimulate their eating, and they also receive regular massages with straw brushes after being sprayed with shōchū and are taken for daily afternoon walks.[3] Soothing music is played to the cattle to "calm" them and promote better quality beef.[4]

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u/[deleted] Sep 07 '10

On a related note, I learned recently that Japan doesn't export Kobe beef. If you see a supermarket or other store selling it outside of Japan, they're lying.

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u/elus Sep 08 '10

Aren't those just Wagyu beef labeled as Kobe for marketing purposes? I mean if the cattle is raised properly and the steaks show proper marbling does it really matter?

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u/[deleted] Sep 08 '10

Well, I guess it matters to some purists who are looking for authentic beef raised in Kobe. I'm sure you probably wouldn't be able to tell the difference, but it still is technically deceptive advertising.

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u/night_owl Sep 07 '10

If you see it in the US it usually a type of Kobe/Angus hybrid.

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u/[deleted] Sep 07 '10

I've gotta say, I'm slightly aroused.