日本食肉格付協会 (Japan Meat Grading Association) is an organization responsible for the grading and classification of meat in Japan. Established to ensure quality standards, it evaluates various types of meat, including beef, pork, and chicken, based on specific criteria such as marbling, color, and texture. The association plays a crucial role in the Japanese meat industry by providing consumers with reliable information about meat quality. This helps maintain high standards and promotes fair trade practices among producers, retailers, and consumers, ultimately enhancing the reputation of Japanese meat products both domestically and internationally.