What is the secret behind the deliciousness of the new local specialty "Katsuyama Salmon"? The latest gourmet dish you must try when you come to Katsuyama!
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" Katsuyama Salmon" from Katsuyama City , Fukui Prefecture is fully farmed salmon raised in freshwater, characterized by its firm texture and rich flavor. This salmon can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes, including sashimi, sushi, and grilled dishes, and was created with the aim of making it a new ...
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What is "Katsuyama Salmon"?
"Katsuyama Salmon" is a special salmon raised at the Katsuyama Freshwater Fisheries Production Association's farm in Yokokura, Nomuka-cho, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture. It was created with the aim of making it a new specialty product of Katsuyama City.
What are the characteristics of Katsuyama Salmon?
The characteristic of this salmon is that it grows in a different environment than other salmon. Other salmon grow in freshwater from eggs to fry, then grow in seawater and are shipped. On the other hand, Katsuyama salmon grows entirely in freshwater from the time it is born until it is shipped.
The taste is rich in quality fat and has a light but strong umami flavor.
The most delicious season is from July to August. They are only shipped during the limited period when they are at their best. Another big attraction is that they are safe and secure to eat because they are fully farmed.
What is the speciality of "Katsuyama Salmon"?
Uses pure water provided by the blessings of nature
The fish farm is located in Yokokura, Katsuyama-cho, Katsuyama City, deep in the mountains and surrounded by lush greenery.
When the water temperature rises from spring to summer, meltwater from the mountains flows into the pond. This cold meltwater keeps the water temperature below 20 degrees.
This is an ideal environment for salmon, which cannot grow when temperatures exceed 20 degrees.
Octagonal Fish Farm
The farm where Katsuyama Salmon is raised has a distinctive octagonal shape.
The purpose of this is to create variations in the strength of the water flow by adding corners, creating an environment similar to that of a clear stream.
The octagonal shape allows the salmon to constantly swim with the current, increasing its momentum, resulting in a firmer, more distinctive texture.
Farmed by producers with years of experience and knowledge
The production of "Katsuyama Salmon" is managed by Mr. Kitagawa, the head of the Katsuyama Freshwater Fisheries Production Association, which has been farming amago, yamame, and iwana for about 50 years.
Many years of knowledge and extensive experience enable us to grow high-quality salmon.
What makes it different from other salmon?
Fukui Prefecture also has a local brand of salmon called "Fukui Salmon," but its growing environment is different from that of "Katsuyama Salmon."
Katsuyama Salmon is raised in freshwater from the time it is born until it is shipped.
On the other hand, Fukui salmon is born in freshwater, farmed, and then farmed in the ocean.
As the water temperature rises from spring to summer, the Katsuyama Salmon farm receives meltwater, allowing the salmon to grow in an ideal environment without the water temperature exceeding 20 degrees.
Recommended way to eat it
The peak season for Katsuyama Salmon is from late June to August.
The recommended way to eat it is raw, such as sashimi or sushi, or grilled. No matter how it is prepared, you can enjoy the distinctive taste and texture of Katsuyama Salmon.
Sashimi
The appeal of Katsuyama Salmon is its not-too-rich, high-quality fat and chewy texture, and the best way to enjoy this is as sashimi. Even the fatty part of the salmon is light and easy to eat.
sushi
It has a strong umami flavor, but is also light, so you can eat several rolls.
Grilled and broiled
If you don't like eating raw fish, you can also cook it. It's delicious to grill it thoroughly, or to broil it so that only the surface is cooked. You can enjoy it with a variety of seasonings, not just salt, such as soy sauce and cheese.
Where can you eat "Katsuyama Salmon"?
These restaurants are mainly located in Katsuyama City. Depending on the supply situation, they may not be able to serve the dish or may require an advance reservation, so we recommend that you check with the restaurant in advance.
① Amago no Yado
This is a facility where "Katsuyama Salmon" is farmed. Meals and lodging are available.
Address: 56-35 Yokokura, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Phone number: 0779-88-5398
②Hidezushi
You can enjoy a sushi restaurant's seafood bowl for lunch, and nigiri sushi and tempura for dinner.
Address: 1-6-29 Honmachi, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Phone number: 0779-88-1280
③Ginzushi
Enjoy sushi made with local fish from the Hokuriku region, dishes made with local ingredients, and local sake.
It's a store.
Address: 4-3-53 Sakaemachi, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Phone number: 0779-88-2547
https://www.instagram.com/ginzusi.katuyama/
④ Fan sushi
This restaurant is famous for its tempura.
Address: 1-14-21 Motomachi, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Phone number: 0779-88-0808
⑤Fuku no Yo
The restaurant has an extensive menu and offers a variety of dishes.
Address: 2-2-34 Honmachi, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Phone number: 0779-69-2912
https://www.instagram.com/fukunoe/
⑥Shunsaishubou Zenya
This restaurant offers an attractive seasonal menu and well-presented dishes.
Address: 2-3-7 Asahimachi , Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Phone number: 0779-87-1008
https://www.instagram.com/zenya1008/
⑦Chobei
This is a restaurant where you can enjoy food at reasonable prices.
Address: 2-515-1 Katasemachi , Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Phone number: 0779-87-2665
https://www.instagram.com/chobei_0512/
⑧Rangetsu
This is a relaxing restaurant where sincerity is our motto.
Address: 1-2-18 Nagayamacho, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture
Phone number: 0779-87-1215
⑨ESHIKOTO
This is a shop that conveys the culture of the Hokuriku region, centered around Fukui, with alcohol as its core.
Address: 12-17 Shimojohoji, Eiheiji-cho, Yoshida-gun, Fukui Prefecture
Telephone: 0776-97-9396
summary
"Katsuyama Salmon" is a special salmon that combines the natural bounty of Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture and years of farming techniques. This salmon, which is raised only in freshwater, has a firm texture and a rich flavor that can be enjoyed in any way, such as sashimi, sushi, or grilled dishes. Please try "Katsuyama Salmon" and experience the difference. Please enjoy its freshness and deliciousness at selected stores in Katsuyama City.
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Katsuyama City is located in the northeastern part of Fukui Prefecture. The city is located on a river terrace formed along the course of the Kuzuryu River, and is a rural city rich in water and greenery, with commerce and industry based on the local textile industry since the Meiji period, and agriculture and forestry having been thriving since ancient times. Our company is a DMO (tourism region development organization) that works with local communities to develop tourist areas. Katsuyama City is a treasure trove of attractive tourist content, including the Dinosaur Museum and Heisenji Temple! We provide detailed services to customers visiting Katsuyama , such as guided tours that allow many people to experience Katsuyama , the Geo Terminal in the parking lot of the Dinosaur Museum, and the operation of the "Dinosaur Valley Katsuyama" Roadside Station , which opened in June 2020. We are also actively challenging ourselves to create new businesses centered around tourism, aiming to revitalize the town of Katsuyama.
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