Matsusaka Beef: The Art and Science of Japan's Living Masterpiece

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Explore the art and science of Matsusaka beef, Japan's living masterpiece. Learn about Tokusan Special Grade Wagyu, unique farming traditions, and elite marbling.

Matsusaka Beef: The Art and Science of Japan's Living Masterpiece

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Matsusaka-gyu (Matsusaka beef) yakiniku: covering dining etiquette, the best cuts to order, the meticulous art and traditions of raising the cattle, and the broader history of Wagyu culture in Japan.

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