An Invitation to Japan’s Most Decorated Wagyu Farm
An Exclusive Glimpse into Award-Winning Heritage: The Private Wagyu & Kobe Beef Farm Experience
We are proud to offer our clients an exclusive opportunity to step inside one of Japan’s most respected Wagyu farms — a facility normally closed to the public. Through our long-standing partnerships, you will enjoy an intimate, behind-the-scenes experience that reveals the extraordinary dedication, care, and craftsmanship behind authentic Japanese Wagyu and world-famous Kobe Beef.
This elite farm has been recognized with some of the highest honors in Japan’s Wagyu industry, including:
- Prime Minister’s National Award – Winner
- Prefectural Governor Award – Winner
- Prefectural Wagyu Beef Competition – Grand Prize
- Greater Regional Wagyu Beef Competition – Excellence Award
These accolades reflect the farm’s uncompromising standards, ethical practices, and meticulous approach to raising Japan’s finest cattle — a level of excellence rarely seen and even more rarely shared with visitors.
Your guests will walk away with a deeper appreciation for premium Wagyu, its origins, and the masterful care that defines true Japanese beef.
From Barn to Bite: The Ultimate Behind-the-Scenes Adventure
An Exclusive Glimpse into Award-Winning Heritage: The Private Wagyu & Kobe Beef Farm Experience
Take a step-by-step walkthrough of the insider’s look into one of Japan’s premier Wagyu farms—an exclusive facility typically closed to the public. Guests will enjoy a curated, immersive experience that celebrates the craftsmanship, care, and cultural heritage behind Japan’s most prized beef: authentic Japanese Wagyu and world-renowned Kobe Beef.
Private pickup from your cruise ship in Osaka or Kobe by our English-speaking driver. After the tour, enjoy a smooth return to your hotel or ship for a fully seamless experience. The farm is located about 90 minutes from Kyoto or Osaka.
● General Flow
1) Meet at farm & introduction
Farm tour (60-80mins)
3) Drive to restaurant (10mins)
4) Wagyu Meal (90mins) = Approximately 3 hours
Time Slots
10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM
What the Tour Includes
● Complimentary Round-Trip Transportation
Enjoy private pickup from your hotel in Osaka or Kyoto, or directly from your cruise ship docked in Osaka or Kobe. After the farm experience, we will return you comfortably to your hotel or ship, ensuring a seamless, worry-free journey from start to finish.
● Guided Farm Tour
Take a step-by-step walkthrough of the farm's cattle barns, beginning with the youngest calves and progressing through every stage of growth up to slaughter age. This immersive tour offers a rare educational look at the full lifecycle of Wagyu cattle, including:
- Specialized feeding and conditioning techniques
- Bloodline and genetic management
- Ethical care, welfare standards, and Takami Farm’s award-winning practices
- Insights into Wagyu’s origin, cultural significance, and global expansion
You’ll also learn how international Wagyu production differs from Japan’s—and what truly defines authentic Wagyu excellence.
● Meet the Farmers
Engage directly with the breeders and caretakers who uphold Japan’s highest standards of quality and animal welfare. Their firsthand experience and dedication will deepen your understanding of what makes top-tier Wagyu so exceptional.
● Beef Grading & Traceability Demonstration
Discover how premium Japanese beef is evaluated and certified. Learn about:
- A5 grading standards
- Marbling inspection
- Traceability systems that document lineage, farm history, and quality controls
This demonstration reveals the precision and accountability behind every cut.
● Private Wagyu Tasting Experience
Conclude your visit with an exclusive tasting of the wagyu beef at the farm’s private restaurant. Savor the richness, depth, and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness of award-winning Wagyu, expertly prepared to highlight its natural flavor.
Reserve your tour today!
Wagyu Beef Tasting Experience full menu
A Rare Table-Side Expression of Authentic A5 Kobe Beef
Choose your preferred dining style—Yakiniku, Shabu-Shabu, or Sukiyaki—and cook each slice of premium beef to perfection at your table. Each course includes 320 grams of top-grade (A5) Kobe beef, valued at approximately $250–$380+ at U.S. retail, depending on authenticity and cut quality.
All meals are served with:
- A selection of appetizers
- Steamed rice
- Miso soup
- Dessert
- One beverage
- Choice of tea or coffee
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.
This minimalist approach highlights the purity, tenderness, and quality of the meat, using only subtle seasoning to let the Wagyu speak for itself.
Kiwami Shabu-Shabu Course
An elegant Japanese hot pot experience in which thinly sliced beef and fresh vegetables are gently swished in simmering broth, then dipped into savory sauces.
The name “Shabu-Shabu” comes from the soft swish-swish sound made during cooking.
Sukiyaki Course
A rich and comforting hot pot style where thinly sliced beef is slowly simmered in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce.
Served with raw egg for dipping, adding exceptional depth and silkiness to each bite.
