Hikawa Town, Kumamoto Prefecture is the local government you donate to for this thank-you gift under furusato nozei (hometown tax donation program). The origin field on the listing says Kumamoto Prefecture, and the listing’s explanation of why the item counts as a local product says that chicken raised and slaughtered within the town is blended with chicken from outside the town (neighboring municipalities) and shipped as Kumamoto-grown chicken. The item covered here, “鶏もも・むね カット済み 小分け（うまかチキン）” (pre-cut, individually portioned chicken thigh and breast), is described as frozen chicken cut into bite-size pieces and delivered in vacuum packs of about 310g each, and you can choose from three types: thigh only, breast only, or a half-and-half set of thigh and breast. We organized what the Rakuten listing and reviews state into five points: amount, shelf life, ingredient labeling, suitability as a gift and reviews. Three features can be confirmed on the listing: about 310g per pack, bite-size pre-cut pieces, and a choice of three types.
At a Glance
Key points
- Vacuum packs of about 310g each. The listing says you can take out just the amount you need (futeikan, meaning the weight varies from pack to pack)
- Three types: thigh only, breast only, or a thigh-and-breast half set. Each comes in five sizes from 930g to 9.3kg
- Rated 4.65 on Rakuten (2,432 reviews). Viewed November 5, 2026. Within the first 59 reviews in the default order that we read, comments on how easy the small portions are to use stood out
- The listing shows that applications are accepted until 9:59 on December 11, 2026 (viewed November 5, 2026)
Watch out for
- The weight varies from pack to pack (futeikan), and some reviews say the cut pieces are uneven in size (about 17 of the 60 ★1 and ★2 reviews)
- The listing says that cancelling a donation after applying, changing the gift or returning it is not possible
Suits: People who want to take out only what they will use and finish each pack, and people who want to cut down on the work of cutting chicken
The features come from the Rakuten Furusato Nozei listing (viewed November 5, 2026). The rating is Rakuten’s display (viewed November 5, 2026) and does not necessarily represent the current condition of the product. The review trends are within what we read: the first 59 reviews in Rakuten Customer Reviews’ default order (posted November 2025 to November 2026; latest November 5, 2026) and 30 each of the ★1 and ★2 reviews, 119 in total. Many ★1 and ★2 reviews are old, and the trends may not reflect the current condition of the product.
Basic Information
- Product name
- 鶏もも・むね カット済み 小分け（うまかチキン） (pre-cut, individually portioned chicken thigh and breast)
- Donation recipient / provider
- Hikawa Town, Kumamoto Prefecture (Rakuten Furusato Nozei) / Provider: 道の駅竜北
- Amount
- 930g to 9.3kg (thigh-and-breast half set, thigh only, breast only)
- One pack
- About 310g (futeikan; the weight varies from pack to pack)
- Delivery
- For the one-time delivery, the listing says shipping is planned within 30 business days (excluding weekends and holidays)
- Storage
- Keep frozen at -18°C or below, according to the listing (the listing says the best-before date is on the outer packaging; the number of days is not confirmed)
- Allergen labeling
- Not confirmed
- Donation amount
- Changes with what you choose. Check the listing
- Shipping
- Frozen delivery, according to the listing
- Noshi / gifting
- Support for noshi (gift wrapping label), wrapping and message card is not confirmed
This list transcribes what is stated on the listing. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
The listing has no ingredient or allergen labeling. If you have allergies, be sure to ask the provider before you donate, or check the label on the gift when it arrives (reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”, viewed November 5, 2026).
See the transcribed details, sources and “not confirmed” items (16 items)
This list transcribes what is stated on the listing. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
- Product name
- 鶏もも・むね カット済み 小分け（うまかチキン） (pre-cut, individually portioned chicken thigh and breast) (Hikawa Town, Kumamoto; furusato nozei)The product name shown on the Rakuten product page is a long string of search keywords, and it includes the phrases 「R8熊本地震復興支援」 (support for reconstruction after the Kumamoto earthquake, as the provider words it) and 「クラウドファンディング 対象」 (crowdfunding target). These are the provider’s wording. How donations are used and how the scheme works are not found in the listing’s product description and are not confirmed. Only the product-name part is shown here.
- Amount
- One pack is about 310g, and the listing says it is futeikan (the weight varies from pack to pack). Thigh-and-breast half set: 930g (2 thigh packs + 1 breast pack) / 1.86kg (3 thigh + 3 breast) / 3.72kg (6 thigh + 6 breast) / 4.65kg (7 thigh + 8 breast) / 9.3kg (15 thigh + 15 breast). Thigh only and breast only: 930g (3 packs) / 1.86kg (6 packs) / 3.72kg (12 packs) / 4.65kg (15 packs) / 9.3kg (30 packs). The number of servings is not stated: not confirmedSource: product description on the Rakuten Furusato Nozei listing (viewed November 5, 2026)
- What you can choose
- Type: thigh-and-breast half set / thigh only / breast only
Amount: the five sizes above (930g, 1.86kg, 3.72kg, 4.65kg, 9.3kg)
Delivery: one-time (shipping planned within 30 business days, excluding weekends and holidays) / a regular delivery plan is also offered (not covered in this article)Source: the selection field and product description on the listing (viewed November 5, 2026) - Donation amount
- Differs by the combination of type, amount and delivery method you choose. Amounts change, so they are not listed in this article. Please check the Rakuten listingSource: the selection field on the listing (viewed November 5, 2026)
- Storage
- The listing says to keep it frozen at -18°C or belowSource: product description on the listing
- Best-before date
- The listing says it is on the outer packaging. The number of days is not found on the listing and is not confirmedSource: product description on the listing
- Thawing
- The thawing procedure is not confirmed. The product description says that because it is divided into small portions, you can take out only what you need, and thawing takes a short timeSource: product description on the listing (viewed November 5, 2026)
- Notes after opening
- How long it keeps after thawing, and notes after opening, are not found on the listing and are not confirmed
- Place of origin of ingredients
- The origin field says Kumamoto Prefecture. The reason it counts as a local product says that chicken raised and slaughtered within the town is blended with chicken from outside the town (neighboring municipalities) and shipped as Kumamoto-grown chicken. The ingredient field is not confirmedSource: product description on the listing (viewed November 5, 2026)
- Place of processing
- Not confirmed (the location of the processing facility is not found)Source: product description on the listing
- Condition / how to eat (whether heating is required)
- Described as frozen chicken cut into bite-size pieces. The product description gives karaage (Japanese fried chicken), teriyaki, chicken nanban and simmered dishes as examples for the thigh meat. No guidance on whether heating is required or whether it can be eaten raw was foundSource: product description on the listing
- Shipping
- Delivered by frozen delivery, according to the listing. The listing also says that cancelling a donation, changing the gift or returning it is not possibleSource: product description on the listing (viewed November 5, 2026)
- Shipping time
- For the one-time delivery, the listing says shipping is planned within 30 business days (excluding weekends and holidays). The application period is shown as 10:00 on September 8, 2026 to 9:59 on December 11, 2026. The displayed shipping time may changeSource: the listing (viewed November 5, 2026)
- Manufacturer
- The provider is listed as 道の駅竜北 (875-3 Ono, Hikawa-machi, Yatsushiro-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture). Whether it is the manufacturer or processor is not confirmedSource: product description on the listing
- Noshi / gifting
- Support for noshi, wrapping and message card is not found on the listing and is not confirmed. The shop’s catchphrase mentions simple wrapping (簡易包装)Source: the listing (viewed November 5, 2026)
- Shop
- Hikawa Town, Kumamoto Prefecture (Rakuten Furusato Nozei)
Donation amounts differ by portal and by the type and amount you choose, and may change. Please check the link above for the latest donation amounts and availability.
What Public Reviews Say
We organized the product reviews on Rakuten Ichiba by viewpoint. Rating figures are as of the viewing date and change afterward. What follows is the trend within what we read and does not necessarily represent the current condition of the product.
| Site | Rating | Reviews | Viewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten Customer Reviews (product page) | 4.65 / 5 | 2,432 | November 5, 2026 |
Rating breakdown: ★5 1,891 / ★4 383 / ★3 59 / ★2 37 / ★1 62 (Rakuten Ichiba display; viewed November 5, 2026)
Range we read: the first 59 reviews in the default order (posted November 2025 to November 2026; latest November 5, 2026), 30 reviews filtered to ★1 (posted December 2023 to November 2026), and 30 filtered to ★2 (posted October 2022 to November 2026), 119 in total. Many ★1 and ★2 reviews are old; of the posts from November 2024 onward, 20 were ★1 and 12 were ★2. Some posts describe amounts different from today’s (from before the lineup changed). These are trends within what we read and do not necessarily represent the current condition of the product.
The counts below are approximate figures we tallied after reading the text, and exclude posts that only concern delivery or shop service. Because the default order is mostly ★4 and ★5 while the filtered order is only low ratings, the base of each count differs, so we state the base alongside.
What Reviewers Praise
Easy-to-use small portions and individual packs (about 33 of the 59 default-order reviews)
About 33 of the 59 default-order reviews mentioned how easy the small portions or individual packs are to use: you can take out only what you need, they fit easily in the freezer, and one bag fits one meal. Some posts mention that about 310g per bag is just right for two servings.
Pre-cut, which saves work (about 13)
About 13 of the 59 default-order reviews mentioned that being pre-cut saves time, for example because you can cook without a knife or cutting board.
Tenderness and texture (about 11)
About 11 of the 59 default-order reviews mentioned texture, such as tender, springy or plump. About 32 posts gave favorable comments on the taste, and some describe using it in karaage, teriyaki, oyakodon (chicken-and-egg rice bowl), hot pot and more (as the reviewers describe).
Applying again (about 20)
About 20 of the 59 default-order reviews said they had applied again, apply every year or want to order again.
Source: Rakuten Customer Reviews (viewed November 5, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
Complaints about odor or flavor (about 21 of the 60 ★1 and ★2 reviews)
About 21 of the 60 low-rating reviews said the chicken smelled raw or had a distinctive odor, or had a flavor like machine oil or crayon. Some posts suggest it varies from one piece to another, and some say only the batch they received was affected. No post in the 59 default-order reviews mentioned this.
Holes in the bag and leaking liquid when thawing (about 14 of the 60 ★1 and ★2 reviews; 2 of the 59 default-order reviews)
About 14 of the 60 low-rating reviews and 2 of the 59 default-order reviews said a bag had a hole, or that liquid leaked while thawing and made a mess in the refrigerator. Some posts say it helps to thaw on a tray or to put the bag inside another thin bag (as the reviewers describe).
Uneven cut size, tendon and skin, and a lot of fat (about 17 of the 60 ★1 and ★2 reviews; 2 of the 59 default-order reviews)
About 17 of the 60 low-rating reviews and 2 of the 59 default-order reviews said the pieces varied in size so they ended up cutting them again, there were many small scraps, or there was a lot of tendon, skin and fat that took effort to trim.
How to check: the guidance on the amount per pack is summarized in the “Amount” row of “Basic Information” in this article.
Source: Rakuten Customer Reviews (viewed November 5, 2026)
Summary: Is This Thank-You Gift the One for You?
Deciding factor: You want to apply for chicken described as pre-cut into bite-size pieces, in packs of about 310g from which you can take out only what you use, choosing among thigh, breast or half-and-half. If those two are your conditions, this thank-you gift is a candidate (weak point: the weight varies from pack to pack, and some reviews mention uneven cut sizes).
- Rakuten’s rating is 4.65 / 5 (2,432 reviews). In the first 59 default-order reviews we read, many comments were about how easy the small portions are to use (about 33) and applying again (about 20)
- You can choose from three types, thigh-and-breast half set, thigh only or breast only, in five sizes from 930g to 9.3kg. The listing shows that applications are accepted until 9:59 on December 11, 2026
Other ways to choose: If you would rather receive thigh meat only, in 5 bags of 300g (1.5kg), see Domestic Young Chicken Variety Set, Thigh Meat 1.5kg (300g × 5 Packs), Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture.
This section is based on the Rakuten Furusato Nozei listing and Rakuten Customer Reviews (viewed November 5, 2026). The review trends are within what we read and do not necessarily represent the current condition of the product.
The page of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications explains that the deduction is applied to the income tax of the year in which furusato nozei is made and to the resident tax of the following fiscal year. It also explains that a tax return is generally required to receive the deduction, and that a one-stop exception system is available if you meet the conditions (source: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, “How Furusato Nozei Works: About Tax Deductions”, viewed November 5, 2026). The deduction amount and procedures differ from person to person, so please check with the Ministry, your local government, or the tax office.
Donation amounts, availability, and shipping times change. This article’s information-as-of date is November 5, 2026. Please be sure to check the listing at the link before you donate.
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Information as of: November 5, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Furusato Nozei “熊本県氷川町” listing, Rakuten Customer Reviews, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan “About Allergen Labeling”, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications “How Furusato Nozei Works: About Tax Deductions”
