What is Japanese Spanish mackerel, a seafood loved by the people of Okayama Prefecture?
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Speaking of sashimi, it's Spanish mackerel! It is said to be a popular fish in Okayama. You can enjoy many Spanish mackerel dishes in Okayama, such as sashimi, tataki, and grilled with salt. In particular, the sashimi, which has a refined sweetness and a melting texture, is a must-try dish. We will ...
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Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chuo of Western Japan, and is known as the "Land of Sunshine" due to its warm climate and little rain throughout the year. It is conveniently located halfway between famous tourist spots such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, and is also the gateway to Shikoku via the Great Seto Bridge. Okayama is also known as the "Fruit Kingdom," and the fruits that grow in the warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea and sunshine are of the highest quality in terms of sweetness, aroma, and flavor. You can enjoy seasonal fruits such as white peaches, Muscat grapes, and Pione grapes! Okayama is also home to world-famous tourist spots such as Okayama Castle, Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which are renowned for their history, culture, and art!
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- Why we often eat Spanish mackerel in Okayama Prefecture
- Exquisite! Spanish mackerel sashimi
- There's more! Spanish mackerel dishes
Why we often eat Spanish mackerel in Okayama Prefecture
During the spring season, many fish such as sea bream, flounder, Japanese mackerel, and other fish come to spawn in the Seto Inland Sea. In the Setouchi Inland Sea, this season is called "Uoshima," and the freshly caught Spanish mackerel is especially delicious! There are many Japanese Spanish mackerel dishes, including the local Okayama barazushi.
Exquisite! Spanish mackerel sashimi
Spanish mackerel sashimi is so loved by the people of Okayama Prefecture that when we think of sashimi, we mean Spanish mackerel. The rich, elegant flavor that melts in your mouth is perfect for local sake. Please enjoy the Spanish mackerel sashimi that can only be found in Okayama, where freshness and the skill of the chef are key.
There's more! Spanish mackerel dishes
We will introduce a number of Spanish mackerel dishes that make use of the best ingredients.
Seared Japanese Spanish mackerel Seared Spanish mackerel, seared only on the skin side and soaked in ice water. The light flesh and thin, fragrant skin go well with ponzu sauce.
Salt-grilled Spanish mackerel Fresh Spanish mackerel is delicious even when salt-grilled. The fluffy, grilled, flaky meat will increase your appetite.
Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chuo of Western Japan, and is known as the "Land of Sunshine" due to its warm climate and little rain throughout the year. It is conveniently located halfway between famous tourist spots such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, and is also the gateway to Shikoku via the Great Seto Bridge. Okayama is also known as the "Fruit Kingdom," and the fruits that grow in the warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea and sunshine are of the highest quality in terms of sweetness, aroma, and flavor. You can enjoy seasonal fruits such as white peaches, Muscat grapes, and Pione grapes! Okayama is also home to world-famous tourist spots such as Okayama Castle, Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which are renowned for their history, culture, and art!
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