Because “wakeari” (a Japanese shopping label for items sold with a stated reason) off-cuts vary in cut and shape, it can be hard to tell how many servings they make or whether they work as a gift, and shoppers often hesitate. This article organizes the publicly available product-page listing for Matsusaka Gyu Ōgon Off-Cuts 500g, sold on Rakuten Ichiba by Matsusaka Gyu Mie Matsuyoshi (松阪牛 三重松良) of Tsu, Mie Prefecture, into five points: amount, storage method, ingredient labeling, suitability as a gift, and reviews. Its key feature is that it comes in a single 500g size delivered frozen, and the reason for “wakeari” (trimmings that are hard to shape are used, so the shapes are uneven) is shown on the product page.
At a Glance
Key points
- 500g delivered frozen. Described as Yamato Transport (ヤマト運輸) frozen delivery
- About 30 days frozen, as described. Cook it the same day after thawing, as described
- Rakuten rating 4.47 (740 reviews). Viewed September 24, 2026
- The reason for “wakeari” is the uneven shape. Described as using trimmings that are hard to shape, cut to suit each cut
Watch out for
- Only 500g arrives at once. If you want more, Matsusaka Gyu Ōgon Mega Portion 1kg — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews from the same shop is 1,000g
- On noshi (gift wrapping label), the product description says it is supported, while the noshi setting in the same product page’s data shows it as not supported, so the two disagree
Suits: People who do not mind uneven shapes and want 500g of Matsusaka Gyu off-cuts for sukiyaki or gyudon
The comparison covers the 5 Wagyu off-cuts items featured on Ochinity (as of October 18, 2026). Each value is as of the date its own article was researched and may differ from the current listing. The features are from the Rakuten Ichiba product page and LP image (viewed September 24, 2026). The rating is as displayed on Rakuten (viewed September 24, 2026) and does not necessarily reflect the current state of the product.
Compared with 5 Similar Items
The 5 Wagyu off-cuts items featured on Ochinity (as of October 18, 2026). Each value is as of the date its own article was researched and may differ from the current listing. Ratings are as displayed on Rakuten; the fewer the reviews, the more easily the figure can shift, and it does not necessarily reflect the current state of the product. The table is ordered by product name with this article first, and the order does not indicate superiority.
| Product | Total amount (g) | Delivery temperature | Rakuten rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matsusaka Gyu Ōgon Off-Cuts 500g (this article) | 500 | Frozen | 4.47 (740 reviews, 2026-09-24) |
| Oniku no Kamisama Off-Cuts Taste-Comparison Set — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews | 500／1000 | Frozen | 4.53 (142 reviews, 2026-10-02) |
| Matsusaka Gyu A5 Mega Portion Off-Cuts 1kg — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews | 1000 | Frozen | 4.2 (752 reviews, 2026-10-07) |
| Matsusaka Gyu Ōgon Mega Portion 1kg — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews | 1000 | Frozen | 4.29 (360 reviews, 2026-10-02) |
| Nikudokoro Sandaime Honda Kuroge Wagyu Off-Cuts (A4A5) — Contents & Reviews | 1000 | Frozen | 4.76 (627 reviews, 2026-09-27) |
Product names link to each product’s article.
- The total amount is 500g. Matsusaka Gyu Ōgon Mega Portion 1kg — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews, Matsusaka Gyu A5 Mega Portion Off-Cuts 1kg — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews and Nikudokoro Sandaime Honda Kuroge Wagyu Off-Cuts (A4A5) — Contents & Reviews are 1,000g, so the amount delivered at once is smaller for this item
- The Rakuten rating is 4.47 (740 reviews). That is lower than the 4.76 (627 reviews) of Nikudokoro Sandaime Honda Kuroge Wagyu Off-Cuts (A4A5) — Contents & Reviews, and the review count is close to the 752 of Matsusaka Gyu A5 Mega Portion Off-Cuts 1kg — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews
Basic Information
- Product name
- Beef Matsusaka Gyu Ōgon Off-Cuts Meat 500g [Wakeari] (牛肉 松阪牛 黄金 切り落とし 肉 500g【訳あり】)
- Amount
- 500g
- Cut
- Scrap trimmings (several cuts are mixed together, and the shapes are uneven)
- Storage
- Described as keep frozen (−18°C or below)
- Best-before date
- Described as about 30 days when frozen
- Allergens
- Not confirmed
- Price
- Not listed here because it changes
- Shipping
- Yamato Transport (ヤマト運輸) frozen delivery
- Noshi / gifting
- The product description says it is supported, while the noshi setting on the page shows it as not supported (the two disagree. The types of inscription are Not confirmed)
This list transcribes what is stated on the product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
This product is beef itself, so people with a beef allergy cannot eat it. No ingredient names or allergen labeling were found on the product page. If you have an allergy, please contact the seller before purchasing, or be sure to check the label on the product once it arrives (reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”, viewed September 24, 2026).
See the transcribed details, sources and “not confirmed” items (15 items)
This list transcribes what is stated on the product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
- Product name
- 牛肉 松阪牛 黄金 切り落とし 肉 500g【訳あり】松坂牛 切り落とし肉 すき焼き 牛丼 通販 松良 ギフト 2026 肉ギフト プレゼント 食べ物 食品 グルメ 誕生日 ご馳走 和牛 冷凍 しゃぶしゃぶ 楽天 お取り寄せグルメ お試し お肉Source: the product name shown on Rakuten Ichiba (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Amount
- 500g. The number of servings is not stated, so it is Not confirmedSource: product description on the product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Options
- There is a single size, 500g (the product page has no field for choices)Source: product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Cut
- Scrap trimmings (trimmings from cuts that are hard to shape are used. Several cuts are mixed together, and the shapes are uneven)Source: description in an LP image on the product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Reason for “wakeari”
- It is described as using trimmings that are hard to shape, which come out in the process of making Matsusaka Gyu, and being cut to suit each cut, so the shapes are unevenSource: description in an LP image on the product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Storage method
- Described as keep frozen (−18°C or below)Source: product description on the product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Best-before date
- Described as about 30 days when frozen. Cook it the same day after thawing, as describedSource: product description on the product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Ingredients / allergen labeling
- No ingredient names, additives or allergen labeling were found on the product page (Not confirmed). Beef is an item for which labeling is recommended under Japan’s Food Labeling Act (a recommended item, not a mandatory one)
- Country of origin of raw materials
- Production area: Mie PrefectureSource: the “production area” field of the product description (viewed September 24, 2026). The page’s term is “production area,” not “country of origin of the raw material”
- Place of processing
- Not confirmed
- Condition / How to eat (whether cooking is needed)
- We found no guidance on the product page about whether it can be eaten raw. Use in sukiyaki, gyudon and shabu-shabu is describedSource: product name and description on the product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Shipping
- Described as Yamato Transport (ヤマト運輸) frozen deliverySource: product description on the product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Noshi / gifting
- The product description says that gift wrapping, noshi and message cards are supported. On the other hand, the noshi setting item included in the same product page’s data shows it as not supported (this is not what is shown on screen), so the two do not match. Use as a gift for occasions such as ochugen (mid-year gift), oseibo (year-end gift) and uchi-iwai (return gift) is described in the product description text. The types of noshi inscription, and whether it arrives in a gift box or a simple gift box, are Not confirmedSource: product description and the on-page setting display of the product page (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Manufacturer
- MYV Co., Ltd. / Matsusaka Gyu Mie Matsuyoshi / 189-1 Isshinden-Nakano, Tsu, Mie, JapanSource: the “manufacturer” field of the product description (viewed September 24, 2026)
- Shop
- Matsusaka Gyu Mie Matsuyoshi (松阪牛 三重松良) (Rakuten Ichiba)
Prices are not listed here because they change. Please check the current price and stock availability at the link above.
What Public Reviews Say
The following organizes publicly available ratings. The rating figures are as of the retrieval date and may change afterward.
| Site | Rating | Reviews | Retrieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (product page) | 4.47 / 5 | 740 reviews | September 24, 2026 |
What Reviewers Praise
We could not confirm the content of individual posts within the scope of this research; this is Not confirmed.
Source: Rakuten Ichiba product information, review count and average rating (retrieved September 24, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
We could not confirm the content of individual posts within the scope of this research; this is Not confirmed.
Source: Rakuten Ichiba product information, review count and average rating (retrieved September 24, 2026)
Summary: Is This the One for You?
Why choose it: You want just 500g of Matsusaka Gyu off-cuts, delivered frozen, and you do not mind uneven shapes. If those are your two conditions, this product, which comes in a single 500g size and whose reason for “wakeari” is shown as the uneven shape, fits (weak point: its rating of 4.47 is lower than the 4.76 of Nikudokoro Sandaime Honda Kuroge Wagyu Off-Cuts (A4A5) — Contents & Reviews).
- It is described as about 30 days frozen, and use in sukiyaki, gyudon and shabu-shabu is described
- The Rakuten rating is 4.47 / 5 (740 reviews, viewed September 24, 2026)
Other options: For more from the same shop, see Matsusaka Gyu Ōgon Mega Portion 1kg — Contents, Shelf Life & Reviews (1,000g); to choose by rating figure, see Nikudokoro Sandaime Honda Kuroge Wagyu Off-Cuts (A4A5) — Contents & Reviews (4.76, 627 reviews).
This section is based on the Rakuten Ichiba product page and LP image and the Rakuten rating display (viewed September 24, 2026). The rating does not necessarily reflect the current state of the product.
Prices, stock, shipping fees, and delivery dates are subject to change. This article’s information-as-of date is September 24, 2026. Please be sure to check the listing at the link before purchasing.
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Information as of: September 24, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba “松阪牛 三重松良” (Matsusaka Gyu Mie Matsuyoshi) product page, Yahoo! Shopping product page of the same shop, Amazon product page, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
