American wagyu may not be the same thing as Japanese wagyu. But even in Japan, there’s a huge variety of flavors, textures and qualities across the high-end beef market, influenced by variables ...

American Wagyu cattle are generally fed a high-energy grain diet earlier and for a longer duration than their Australian counterparts, sometimes up to 600 days.

One of the oldest U.S. Wagyu breeders, the Reeves family from Washington has been raising Wagyu since the 1990s.

Namely because heads of wagyu cost up to $30,000 compared to around $1,500 for many American cows. Wagyu cows are also fed premium diets. Keep in mind that 100% wagyu imported from Japan costs a ...

Other menu updates include the addition of certified American wagyu beef to the dinner menu. The dish – priced at $39 – features two slices of wagyu beef which are each two ounces.

Wagyu is Japanese for “Japanese beef.” Designated by Japan to be a living national treasure, this expensive red meat is unrivaled for its even marbling, tenderness, and buttery taste.

But Hanna Ostrovski, director of research, education and programs for the American Wagyu Association, said between 1,000 and 1,500 of the 20,000-25,000 registered wagyu in the U.S. are in Washington.

Snake River Farms Gold Label™ – American wagyu beef with a BMS of 9+ that delivers a rich flavor and buttery texture But how does it compare to actual wagyu? We tried it to find out.

Other menu updates include the addition of certified American wagyu beef to the dinner menu. The dish – priced at $39 – features two slices of wagyu beef which are each two ounces.

As wagyu becomes increasingly popular in the United States, it also becomes more important to understand how not all wagyu is the same. The difference between American and Japanese wagyu beef ...