Tottori crab sushi

About Tottori crab sushi

“Tottori crab sushi” from Tottori prefecture is a local dish that uses plenty of snow crab (pine needle crab), a local specialty, and is a luxurious dish for enjoying the taste of winter. “Ganso crab sushi,” invented by a bento shop in Tottori City in Showa 27, is regarded as the origin of crab sushi all over the country. This sushi is characterized by a chirashi zushi style, with a beautiful layer of kinshi eggs and loose crab meat on top of vinegared rice. In particular, the bright yellow color of the kinshi egg and the vermilion color of the crab create a beautiful contrast, making the dining table gorgeous.

Tottori Prefecture boasts the highest catch of crabs in Japan, and among them, “Matsuba crab,” which is caught in the winter season, is known for its tightness and elegant sweetness. Locally, sushi made with fresh crab has been loved as a seasonal gift and a hospitality dish for tourists. Also, Tottori crab sushi is popular as an ekiben, and it has been devised so that you can enjoy the flavors of this area even when traveling for a long time.

In recent years, improvements in manufacturing methods and materials have continued in order to improve quality while preserving tradition, and it has become an icon that conveys the appeal of Tottori widely. Tasting Tottori crab sushi is also a moment to enjoy the winter traditions of the Sanin region.

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