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Amakusa Daio (Free-range Chicken)

熊本県·ブランド肉

Amakusa Daio (Free-range Chicken)

A firm, elastic texture that releases richness and a subtle sweetness with every bite. It is packed with the unique umami found only in high-quality free-range chicken. Amakusa Daio is one of Japan's largest breeds, with males weighing around 7 kilograms. It was popular for Hakata-style mizutaki (hot pot) from the Meiji to Taisho eras but disappeared in the early Showa era due to declining demand. Subsequently, Kumamoto Prefecture worked for many years to restore the breed, successfully reviving it in the early 2000s. Raised slowly over time, the meat achieves a powerful flavor. This revived 'legendary chicken' can be fully savored through its rich flavors in mizutaki, charcoal grilling, sashimi, or tataki.

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