How Much Does Wagyu Cost in the Philippines? (2026 Price Guide)
Wagyu in the Philippines runs from about ₱669 for a 500g pack of wagyu-style Saikoro cubes to roughly ₱8,500 per kilo for authentic Japanese A5 ribeye from specialty importers. Most home cooks land in between: Saikoro cubes at ₱1,299–₱1,499 per kilo, or tallow-infused Meltique at ₱1,449–₱1,499 a pack. Prices verified July 2026.
The price tiers at a glance (per pack / per kg)
- Saikoro / wagyu-style cubes, 500g: ₱669–₱780 across PH sellers — ours is ₱669 (Foodlabo) and ₱769 (NK Foods).
- Saikoro / wagyu-style cubes, 1kg: the market anchor is ₱1,399–₱1,499; ours is ₱1,299 (Foodlabo) and ₱1,499 (NK Foods).
- Meltique (tallow-infused) ribeye: ₱1,449–₱1,499 per pack from us; groceries charge up to ~₱2,800 per kilo for the same style.
- Premium Japanese A5 ribeye: roughly ₱8,000+ per kilo from specialty importers, priced by marbling score (BMS) — several thousand pesos for one steak.
Why the gap is so wide
True Japanese A5 is raised and graded under strict standards, imported, and intensely marbled — all of which add cost. Saikoro and Meltique deliver much of the buttery experience using cube-cutting and tallow infusion, which is why they're a fraction of the price.
How to eat wagyu without overspending
- Start with a 500g Saikoro pack to taste the style before committing.
- Choose Meltique when you want richness for a treat night.
- Cook gently and let the fat do the work — wagyu needs less heat-time than lean beef.
- Buy with no minimum order, so you're not forced into a big cart.
Our wagyu, plainly priced
We list the grade, cut and weight on every pack, so there's no mystery markup. See current wagyu prices or grab a Saver Set — delivered cold across Cavite, Laguna and Metro Manila.