Known Origin
Traceability
Every Wagyu in the SUMMO collection comes with a known origin. Not approximate. Not regional only. We know the farm. In many cases, we know the animal.
A Different Kind of Transparency
Wagyu is one of the most traceable categories of beef in the world. Japan's livestock registration system assigns each animal an individual ID at birth — tracking it through its entire life. When you order from SUMMO, you are not buying a type of Wagyu. You are buying a specific Wagyu — with a specific story.
The animal
Each selection is sourced from an individual animal with a registered livestock ID. We hold the documentation for every gram of beef we sell.
The farm
We know where each animal was raised, and in most cases, who raised it. Farmer names and prefectures are shared openly.
The region
Japan's producing regions each have distinct characteristics shaped by climate and tradition. We tell you exactly where yours began.
The cut
Each product is linked to a specific carcass. You are receiving a curated selection from a verified individual supply.
Our Standard
Every product page carries the information we have — region, farmer where available, individual animal ID where applicable. At SUMMO, we only offer Wagyu where full origin documentation is available.
The Evidence
The Documentation
Japan's livestock traceability system assigns each animal a 10-digit ID. This number can be used to verify: Birth birthplace, Breed registration, Movement records, and Slaughter details. For each SUMMO selection, this is verified before entry into our collection.
