Our herd’s ancestry, bloodlines and pedigree are a major distinguishing factor in the supreme quality of our Wagyu Embryos, Semen & cattle.

The following bulls were all born in Japan with and either themselves or their semen imported to the USA. They have made up the basis of the Artisan Wagyu Cattle breeding progrrams.  Our base is comprised of the famed Japanese black haired Tajima, Tottori and Shimane full blood Wagyu cattle.

Artisan Cattle's Foundation Bloodlines -

Tajari - Tajima  

 Medium/Small Size; Excellent Marbling; Average Maternal:
• JVP Fukutsuru 068
• Michifuku
• Sanjirou
• Shigeshigetani
• Yasufuku Jr.
• Itoshigenami TF148
• Kikutsurudoi TF146
• JVP Kikuyasudoi 400
• Kitateruyasudoi 003 

Fujiyoshi – Shimane

 Large Size; Good Marbling; Excellent Maternal:
• Dai 7 Itozakura
• Kitaguni Jr.
• TF Itohana 2
• TF Itomichi 1-2
• Itoshigefuji TF147
• Itozurudoi TF151
• Hirashigetayasu ETJ001

Kedaka – Totorri

 Large Size; Good Marbling; Excellent Maternal:
• Dai 7 Itozakura
• Kitaguni Jr.
• TF Itohana 2
• TF Itomichi 1-2 
• 005 Shigefuku 13M 

We are truly passionate about Wagyu and their proven ability to pass on the best of themselves and their legendary heritage!

Unparalleled Style

 At Artisan Wagyu Cattle we have a unique view on genetics and cattle production; yes we consider size, growth, temperament, etc. but we breed to produce efficient cattle that achieve fine meat texture, high levels of marbling, soft melting fat, and unsurpassed flavor, delivering an unforgettable dining experience.