Game Meat Butchering Workshop at Tateyama Game Meat Center

The Tateyama Game Meat Center is a facility in Tateyama City dedicated to processing and selling game meat sourced from animals caught as part of local wildlife management efforts. The center’s signature brand, 'Tateyama Game Meat,' features carefully aged and high-quality products, particularly from wild boar, raised on natural acorns and forest food, resulting in rich, flavorful meat. All processing meets strict hygiene standards set by Chiba Prefecture, ensuring safety and quality. The center offers year-round hands-on workshops for individuals and families, providing a unique opportunity to observe wild boar butchering and foster an appreciation for the origins of food and the value of life. Event Highlights: • Wild Boar Butchering Class: A prepared wild boar is used as instructors demonstrate each step of the butchering process, teaching both the techniques involved and the journey of game meat from nature to table. The animals used in the demonstration are not sold or used for consumption. • Reflection Session: After the butchering demonstration, participants are invited to share their thoughts and learnings about the experience and discuss themes of life and coexistence with nature. Sample Schedule: 13:00 – Arrival and Introductions 13:10 – Introduction to Butchering (wild vs. domestic animals, anatomy) 13:40 – Practical Butchering (removal of organs, skinning, major cuts, deboning) 16:30 – Reflection Session 17:00 – Dismissal *Schedule is subject to adjustment based on group needs. *An optional lunch plan featuring a special game meat bento is available for an additional fee (reservation required). Reservation: Book at least two weeks in advance by phone (0470-29-3919), email ([email protected]), or via the inquiry form on the center’s official website. Location: Tateyama Game Meat Center, 1163-5 Nishinagata, Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture. Fees: 3 people – 9,000 yen/person; 4 people – 8,000 yen/person; 5–10 people – 7,000 yen/person; 11 or more – 6,000 yen/person. Minimum booking is for three people; if fewer than three, the fee for three is charged. Add 1,500 yen/person for the lunch option (reservation required). Duration: 3–4 hours. Notes: Event takes place in light rain but is canceled in severe weather (decision based on the forecast three days in advance).