Toyosu Fish Market
November 2021
OBAKO SAWARA - Spanish Mackerel
Only ones that have been selected for their fat and firmness are given the name "Obako." This fish is shipped right after they are freshly caught. This fish is only available during this season!
MODORI KATSUO - Bonito
Bonito caught in the spring are "Harugatuo," and those caught in the fall are
"Modorigatsuo." In the fall, the returning Modorigatsuo are rich in fat and have more flavor. This fish is delicious as sashimi or tataki with condiments.
BURI - Wild Japanese Yellowtail
The cold seawater during the winter makes this fish rich in fat and gives a sweet taste and great texture. Please enjoy it as sashimi, sushi, or burishabu.
KANPACHI - Amberjack
The best season is from mid-November through February. During this time of the year, the meat has a strong flavor and is very sweet. It is highly recommended for sushi.
TENNENN HIRAME - Wild Fluke
This fish is delicious before the spawning season, as they have just the right amount of fat. The fatty white meat is ideal for sashimi or sushi. The eggs and head are delicious when boiled.
SAMEKAREI - Roughscale Sole
The fat of this fish is sweet and very tasty. As the name suggests, it has rough skin like a shark and sticky mucus on the surface. It is a delicious fish that you would not guess from its appearance.
MATUKAWAKAREI - Barfin Flounder
Fresh Matsukawakarei is in the market. At this time of the year, this fish is an absolute bargain with delicious meat and edges. The beautiful white meat looks great on a plate and is enjoyable for both the taste and the looks.
AKAYAGARA - Red Cornetfish
The season for delicious Akayagara has begun. When served as sashimi, it looks beautiful, and there is just the right amount of fat. It is also delicious when cooked in a hot pot, as the delicious broth is extracted from the skin and bones.
KAWAHAGI - Filefish
Farm-raised are mostly in stock. As it gets colder, the liver grows larger, making it very tasty for soy sauce and boiled fish. The beautiful white flesh becomes more flavorful as you bite.
HON SHISHAMO - Smelt
Hon shishamo is Hokkaido’s taste. Its unique flavor is perfect as sashimi or grilled.
SAYORI - Halfbeak
Sayori has started to arrive in the market. The volume in the market is still small, but it will become more stable soon. This blue fish is enjoyable for its beautiful look and its taste.
ISHIDAI - Striped Beakfish
This fish is just as flavorful as sea bream. Sweet fat is contained between the meat
and skin. You can enjoy the fatty taste and the original fish flavor as well.
WAKASAKI - Japanese Smelt
The quality and availability of Wakasagi will improve from now. The bones are soft, and when cooked as tempura, it can be eaten from the head. The taste of the tender meat is extraordinary.
KUE - Longtooth Grouper
This fish is one of the representatives of high-class winter fish. The white meat is suitable for stew or fried dishes. When heated, the skin becomes gelatinous, which gives the fish a unique texture.
KINKI - Kichiji Rockfish
This fish is characterized by its bright red color. It is fibrous and easy to separate from the body. It is very fatty from the skin to the fat, which makes it perfect for boiled dishes.
TARASIRAKO - Cod Milt
The Cod milt in good color and condition has arrived in the market.
It has no distinct flavors but is creamy and can be enjoyed as gunkan maki (warship) sushi roll or soup.
SUMIIKA - Cuttlefish
The meat of well-grown Sumiika becomes thicker, and the sweetness and flavor become very strong. It is also full of nutrition and is recommended for maintaining good health.
AORIIKA - Bigfin Reef Squid
The Aoriika is starting to arrive in the market. It is still small but has a lot of flavor, and then it becomes even more delicious as you bite.
SEIKOGANI - Queen Crab
Seikogani will be in season from November. Seikogani is a female king crab. Eggs outside the shell characterize it with a nice texture and eggs inside the shell with a rich, delicious flavor. It is only available for 2 months. We accept orders in units.