This is a sirloin steak (200g × 2 pieces) with its production area listed as Mie Prefecture, sold on Rakuten Ichiba by 松阪牛 三重松良 (MYV株式会社) of Tsu City, Mie Prefecture. With steak meat, it can be hard to tell how much each piece weighs, how thick it is, how much trouble thawing is, and whether it works as a gift, so shoppers often hesitate. This article organizes the product page listing and the Rakuten Ichiba reviews into five points: amount, storage method and shelf life, ingredient labeling, suitability as a gift, and reviews.
What We Confirmed
- The amount and roughly how many servings it makes
- Storage method and shelf life
- Ingredient and allergen labeling
- Whether it works as a gift
- Trends in publicly posted reviews
Basic Information
This table transcribes what is stated on the product page. However, the “not confirmed” labels and any notes we add are our own.
| Product Name | Matsusaka Gyu A5 Sirloin Steak 200g × 2 PiecesSource: the first part of the product name listed on Rakuten Ichiba (coupon wording and promotional phrases listing occasions and seasons are omitted; viewed October 15, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Name | Matsusaka Gyu A5 Rank Sirloin SteakSource: Rakuten Ichiba product description (viewed October 15, 2026) |
| Amount | 200g × 2 pieces (400g in total)Source: as above |
| What Changes Depending on Your Selection | The same shop’s product description lists 200g × 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 10 pieces, as well as 1 and 2 pieces in a paulownia-wood box (kiribako). What you can choose on this page is the single option “200g × 2 pieces” (wrapping: standard gift wrapping)Source: Rakuten Ichiba product page (viewed October 15, 2026) |
| Cut / Part | SirloinSource: Rakuten Ichiba product name and description |
| Shape and Marbling | The product description says shapes may be slightly uneven. A product image states that the photo is only an illustration, and that because marbling, color, and shape differ from piece to piece, a product with exactly the same cut and appearance as the photo cannot be deliveredSource: Rakuten Ichiba product description and a notice inside a product page image (viewed October 15, 2026). We found no indication that this product is sold as “wakeari” (a Japanese retail term for goods sold with a stated reason, such as irregular shape) |
| Storage Method | Keep frozen (−18°C or below)Source: product page description (viewed October 15, 2026) |
| Best-Before Date | About 30 days when frozen; instructions state to cook it the same day after thawingSource: as above |
| Country of Origin | Production area: Mie PrefectureSource: the “production area” field of the product page description (viewed October 15, 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) | It is sold as steak meat, and we found no guidance about eating it raw. A product image has guidance on eating it with wasabi soy sauce. Guidance on how to cook it and how much to heat it is not confirmedSource: product name and product image on the product page (viewed October 15, 2026) |
| Thawing Method | Not confirmed |
| Shipping | Described as frozen delivery via Yamato Transport. Orders placed by 9:00 are shown as shipping the same day (except on shop holidays)Source: product page description (viewed October 15, 2026) |
| Manufacturer | MYV株式会社 / 松阪牛三重松良 / 189-1 Isshinden-Nakano, Tsu, Mie, JapanSource: the “manufacturer” field of the product page description (viewed October 15, 2026) |
| Shop | 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.
Ingredients and Allergen Labeling
Within what we could check, the product page does not show an ingredient list, additives, or allergen labeling. This item is not confirmed.
Note that “beef” is an item for which labeling is recommended under Japan’s Food Labeling Act (a recommended labeling item, not a mandatory one). Since this product is beef itself, anyone with a beef allergy cannot eat it. If you want to check additives used in processing, ask the shop before buying, or be sure to check the label on the product when it arrives.
Reference: Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling” (accessed October 15, 2026)
Five Things to Check Before Buying
| What to Check | For This Product | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Amount and servings | 200g × 2 pieces (400g in total). The product page does not state how many servings this makes, so it is not confirmed | Product page description |
| 2. Storage method and shelf life | Keep frozen (−18°C or below). About 30 days when frozen; instructions state to cook it the same day after thawing. The thawing method is not confirmed | Product page description |
| 3. Ingredient and allergen labeling | Not confirmed (the page has no section for ingredient names or allergen labeling at all) | Checked on the Rakuten Ichiba product page |
| 4. Whether it works as a gift | Support for noshi (gift wrapping label) is stated. The page says message cards are requested in the remarks field when ordering. The types of inscription and the type of wrapping box are not confirmed | Product page description and product images |
| 5. Trends in reviews | Rakuten Ichiba’s rating is 4.55 out of 5 (278 reviews). What we read is the first 59 reviews in the default order (posted June 2013 to March 2026; latest March 2026) plus all 22 reviews filtered to 1★, 2★, and 3★, 81 in total. These are trends within what we read and may not reflect the product’s current condition. The trends are summarized in the “What Public Reviews Say” section | Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 15, 2026) |
Suitable as a Gift?
The product page’s description states that it supports noshi, message cards, gift wrapping, and wrapping servicesSource: Rakuten Ichiba product description (viewed October 15, 2026). What we could confirm is as follows.
- Noshi: A product image has guidance on choosing the noshi type, and options that read as a bow knot (chō-musubi), a tied-off knot (musubi-kiri) with name printing, no noshi, and a plain Japanese-pattern design for return gifts (uchi-iwai) can be made out. However, the text in the image is rough, so the exact wording of the options and the types of inscription such as oseibo (year-end gift) are not confirmedSource: product page images (viewed October 15, 2026)
- Message card: The shop states that if you write your request in the dedicated remarks field when ordering, it will be enclosed with the productSource: as above
- Wrapping: The product selection field says “standard gift wrapping.” Whether it is a gift box or a simple box is not confirmed. Versions in a paulownia-wood box (kiribako) are listed as separate optionsSource: Rakuten Ichiba product page
- Delivery: It is frozen delivery via Yamato Transport. Checking the dates and times the recipient can receive it, and whether they have room in the freezer for 400g, before sending can help avoid a mismatch
Among the reviews we read, some posts said the item was used for Father’s Day, birthdays, return gifts, oseibo, or as prizes at events. These are posts from the giver, not the recipient’s own voice. Details are in the next section on reviews.
What Public Reviews Say
We organized the Rakuten Ichiba product reviews by theme. The rating figures are as of the viewing date and may change afterward.
| Site | Rating | Count | Viewed on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rakuten customer reviews (product page) | 4.55 / 5 | 278 reviews | October 15, 2026 |
Rating breakdown: 5★ 188 / 4★ 68 / 3★ 14 / 2★ 4 / 1★ 4 (as shown on Rakuten Ichiba; viewed October 15, 2026)
Range we read: the first 59 reviews in the default order (posted June 2013 to March 2026; latest March 2026; 10 of them posted October 2024 or later), plus all 4 reviews filtered to 1★ (posted September 2014 to April 2022), all 4 filtered to 2★ (posted February 2015 to March 2026), and all 14 filtered to 3★ (posted June 2013 to December 2025), 81 in total. Many of them are older posts. These are trends within what we read and may not reflect the product’s current condition.
What Reviewers Praise
Voices from people who used it as a gift
28 of the 59 reviews in the default order said they used it for Father’s Day, birthdays, return gifts (uchi-iwai), oseibo, prizes, and similar occasions, and that it was well received (4 of them posted October 2024 or later). These are posts from the giver, not the recipient’s own voice.
Tenderness and melt-in-the-mouth texture
15 reviews mentioned that it was tender or had a texture that melts in the mouth (2 of them posted October 2024 or later).
Sweetness and flavor of the fat
4 reviews mentioned that they noticed no unpleasant odor, or that the fat also had flavor and sweetness (1 of them posted October 2024 or later).
Packaging and enclosed items
6 reviews mentioned that it arrived in sturdy packaging, and that salt, cooking instructions, an individual identification number, and a message card were enclosed. All 6 were posted in June 2021 or earlier, and none was posted October 2024 or later.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 15, 2026)
What Reviewers Note
Amount of fat and heaviness
3 of the 8 reviews at 1★ and 2★ combined said there was a lot of fat or that it sat heavily on the stomach. All 3 were posted in 2018 or earlier. 4 of the 14 reviews at 3★ also mentioned the amount of fat. One post said they prepared one piece per person, but there was so much fat that one piece for two people was enough.
How to check: The amount per piece is summarized in the “Amount” row of “Basic Information” in this article.
Thinness and uneven thickness
2 of the 8 reviews at 1★ and 2★ combined said the thickness was insufficient, or that thickness differed greatly by part and caused uneven cooking (1 of them was posted October 2024 or later; the latest is March 2026). 1 of the 14 reviews at 3★ also makes a similar point.
How to check: The piece-to-piece differences in shape and marbling that the shop describes are summarized in the “Shape and Marbling” row of “Basic Information” in this article.
Complaints about gristle and meat quality
2 of the 8 reviews at 1★ and 2★ combined said there was a lot of gristle, or that it did not seem to live up to the A5 grade. Both were posted in January 2021 or earlier. Among the 59 reviews in the default order, 2 also mentioned gristle.
Source: Rakuten customer reviews (viewed October 15, 2026)
Who It Suits / Who Should Be Careful
Who It Suits
- You want to choose sirloin steak meat by the number of 200g pieces
- You are looking for a gift that supports noshi, message cards, and gift wrapping
- You can keep it frozen and cook it the same day after thawing
- You have room in your freezer for 400g
Who Should Be Careful
- You have a beef allergy (this product is beef itself, so you cannot eat it)
- You want the thickness and shape of each piece to match (shape and marbling are stated to differ from piece to piece)
- You dislike fatty meat (some reviews mention the amount of fat)
- You want to settle the thawing method and the serving guideline in advance (Not confirmed)
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Summary
- The amount is 200g × 2 pieces (400g in total), and the page states to keep it frozen (−18°C or below), for about 30 days, and to cook it the same day after thawing. We could not confirm the thawing method or the serving guideline on the product page
- Noshi, message cards, and gift wrapping are stated to be supported, but we could not confirm the types of inscription or the type of wrapping box
- We could not confirm the ingredient and allergen labeling on the product page. The page states that shape and marbling differ from piece to piece, and some reviews mention the amount of fat or uneven thickness
Related Pages
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Comments on taste or quality are summarized from third-party posts cited with their source, and are not Ochinity’s own evaluation. Our approach to writing articles is described in our Editorial Policy.
Information as of: October 15, 2026 / Sources: Rakuten Ichiba “松阪牛 三重松良” product page, Rakuten customer reviews, Consumer Affairs Agency, Japan, “About Allergen Labeling”
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