Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

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Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

Chiya Beef is a Japanese black breed that descends from Japan's oldest Tsune beef lineage, the Takenotani Tsune, and its birthplace is Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture. Chiya beef is characterized by moderate marbling and lean meat, and its deliciousness and tenderness are exquisite. In addition, we use branded cattle that emphasize quality from breeding and fattening to production, and feed them domestically produced rice straw. Because of these characteristics, Chiya beef is said to be the root ...

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Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chuo of Western Japan, and is known as the "Land of Sunshine" due to its warm climate and little rain throughout the year. It is conveniently located halfway between famous tourist spots such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, and is also the gateway to Shikoku via the Great Seto Bridge. Okayama is also known as the "Fruit Kingdom," and the fruits that grow in the warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea and sunshine are of the highest quality in terms of sweetness, aroma, and flavor. You can enjoy seasonal fruits such as white peaches, Muscat grapes, and Pione grapes! Okayama is also home to world-famous tourist spots such as Okayama Castle, Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which are renowned for their history, culture, and art!

Japan's oldest climbing cow

Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

Chiya Beef, known as Japan's oldest vine beef, is characterized by just the right amount of marbling and soft lean meat, and its deliciousness is exquisite! Introducing gourmet food using Chiya beef in Okayama prefecture!

Chiya beef shabu-shabu

Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

We use Chiya beef loin that is ranked A4 or above. It is an irresistible dish with meat juice and flavor that spreads the moment you put it in your mouth. You can enjoy it at the restaurant of Niimichiya Onsen Ibuki no Sato, a facility located in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture, which boasts high-quality hot springs and delicious cuisine.

Niimichiya Onsen Ibuki no Sato

Niimichiya Onsen Ibuki no Sato

718-0104 1336-5 Chiyahanami, Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture
Niimi Chiya Onsen Ibuki no Sato, located in the northernmost part of Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture, on the border with Tottori Prefecture, has installed a biomass boiler that uses wood chips as fuel, installed LED lighting throughout the building, and renovated its air conditioning equipment. You can soothe your tiredness in the spacious bathroom, abundant hot water, and a variety of baths including an open-air bath. The quality of the hot spring water contains a lot of hydrogen carbonate ions, and it is said to be a ``hot spring for beautiful skin'' because it leaves your skin smooth after bathing. The LED lighting in the building illuminates the wood-covered ceiling even more beautifully, and the spacious rest area provides a space where you can relax and soothe your mind and body. At the restaurant, you can enjoy the rare brand of Japanese beef "Chiya beef" at a reasonable price during lunch time, as well as kaiseki-style meals such as yakiniku and sukiyaki.

Chiya beef ramen

Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

Chiya Beef, which is raised in the Asin area in northern Okayama Prefecture, is produced in small numbers and is said to be the legendary Japanese black beef. The soft lean meat, fine marbling, and melt-in-the-mouth texture are comparable to famous brand beef from all over the country. Chiya beef ramen is luxuriously topped with sliced ​​Chiya beef, and you can choose from soy sauce, miso, or tonkotsu flavors, and the harmony of the toppings' vegetables and Chiya beef creates an exquisite flavor. . You can try it at Niimi Ramen Ibuki in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture, where you can enjoy a variety of menus that make use of local ingredients. This ramen restaurant has been attracting attention, winning the grand prize at the Niimi Ramen Contest and being featured on a TV program.

Niimi Ramen Ibuki

Chiya beef udon

Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

The udon noodles topped with plenty of Chiya beef are a hearty and filling dish.

Chiya beef burger

Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

A dish full of stamina that goes perfectly with Chiya beef, crunchy lettuce, and tomatoes. Just like Chiya beef udon, you can enjoy it at ``Self Udon Niimi Chaya'' in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture.

Self Udon Niimi Chaya official website

Chiya beef bowl

Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

Chiya beef bowl is an authentic rice bowl dish made by simmering high-quality Chiya beef, onions, and shiitake mushrooms in local soy sauce with burdock and shirataki mushrooms to bring out the power of the ingredients and create a soft dish. At a reasonable price, you can enjoy delicious quality meat, locally produced rice and vegetables. A dish served at "JA Asin Yakiniku Restaurant Chiya Beef" in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture!

Yakiniku restaurant “Chiya Beef”

Chiya beef curry

Enjoy it in Okayama! What is Japan's oldest vine cow [Chiya beef]?

A luxurious curry filled with large cubes of Chiya beef. This is a recommended dish at the restaurant ``Popai'' in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture, and is characterized by its hand-made mellow and spicy flavor.

Poppai

Chiya beef eating map

Check out this site where you can see at a glance the restaurants and stores where you can eat Chiya Beef!

Chiya beef eating map

Okayama Prefecture Tourism Federation

Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chuo of Western Japan, and is known as the "Land of Sunshine" due to its warm climate and little rain throughout the year. It is conveniently located halfway between famous tourist spots such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, and is also the gateway to Shikoku via the Great Seto Bridge. Okayama is also known as the "Fruit Kingdom," and the fruits that grow in the warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea and sunshine are of the highest quality in terms of sweetness, aroma, and flavor. You can enjoy seasonal fruits such as white peaches, Muscat grapes, and Pione grapes! Okayama is also home to world-famous tourist spots such as Okayama Castle, Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which are renowned for their history, culture, and art!

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