Japanese Red Seaperch (Mebaru)

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Rockfish, or mebaru, is one of the primary fish found in the coastal waters of Japan. Characterized by their large bulged eyes, rockfish are highly prized species.  Goldeye rockfish have a bright orange color.  Grown in the resource rich and fast-current ocean, goldeye rockfish from the Tsugaru Strait have superb flesh and are highly appreciated in the market in Tokyo as a top-grade fish.  The fish is suited to be cooked whole in soy sauce as nitsuke or simply grilled because it has few small bones. However, the locals’ favorite is sashimi.