The Delicious Crab Cuisine Made by Kanazawa Chefs! This video, titled "Japanese Food - SNOW CRAB Sashimi Hotpot Grilled Seafood Kanazawa Japan," was produced by "Travel Thirsty." It introduces the crab dishes prepared by the skilled artisans at Ryokan Ryokusoune in Kanazawa. Crab is one of the most popular dishes in Japanese cuisine. You can enjoy a wonderful time eating delicious snow crab, especially when it's served as sashimi, crab hot pot, or grilled crab in a traditional kaiseki meal. How to Make and Eat Crab Cuisine Photo：Cooked crab miso Skill and knowledge of ingredients is essential for chefs of high-end restaurants when preparing crab. Chefs quickly process the prepared crabs early in the morning and use a variety of recipes to prepare them. Since the shells of crab are very hard, they have to use sharp knives to process them. Crab is a popular foodstuff that has been traditionally eaten in Japan since ancient times. The Japanese have a tradition of cooking and eating not only the crab meat, but also the crab miso (miso-like paste found inside a crab) inside the shell, which is delicious. You can see the crab miso being prepared at 18:34 in the video. Each type of crab has a different season, so you can enjoy delicious crab dishes throughout the year. The video is about 30 minutes long and shows a variety of delicious crab dishes. Check out the video to see the exquisite display. Seaside Towns with Delicious Seafood Photo：Crab kaiseki cuisine Japan's seaside ryokan and traditional dining establishments offer a superb menu of fresh crab dishes and other seasonal seafood. Traditional Japanese kaiseki dishes are eaten in the following order: appetizer, wanmori (stewed dishes), sashimi, grilled food, boiled food, side dish, rice, and lastly, the jelly desert. The beauty of crab is that it can be used in every possible way, from appetizers to main dishes, and even in desserts. Summary of Japan’s Delicious Crab Cuisine Photo：Crab cuisine While there are of course other cultures that eat crab outside of Japan, there are many variations of Japanese crab dishes that will keep you coming back for more. Check out the various items on the menu when you're eating Japanese food and find your favorite crab dish. When you travel to the Kanazawa, Kaga, and Noto areas, be sure to try some of the exquisite crab dishes shown in the video! ◆Ryokan Ryokusone｜General Information◆ 【Address】YUZUYA RYOKAN KANAZAWA RYOKUSONE 2-1-10-1 TENJINCHO KANAZAWA-city ISHIKAWA-pre 【Access】Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Kanazawa Station and from there it's approximately 20 minutes by taxi (※Tell the driver "Tsubakihara-Tenmangu-mae") 【Telephone】076-208-3999 【Official Website】YUZUYA RYOKAN KANAZAWA RYOKUSONE http://ryokusone.jp/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Ryokusone https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g298115-d8677845-Reviews-Ryokusone-Kanazawa_Ishikawa_Prefecture_Hokuriku_Chubu.html

The Mouthwatering Coconut Crab of Kokusaidori Yatai Mura This video, titled "Japanese Street Food - GIANT COCONUT CRAB Seafood Okinawa Japan," was uploaded by "Travel Thirsty." It introduces the coconut crab sold at food trucks in Okinawa. Coconut crabs are huge crustaceans that live in Okinawa Prefecture. They have a history of being eaten as a delicacy in parts of Okinawa since ancient times. At Kokusaidori Yatai Mura a popular destination in Naha City, Okinawa, you can eat gigantic coconut crab dishes. Sometimes called "Okinawa's strange specialty," coconut crab is surprisingly delicious thanks to its plump texture and the delicious broth that can be made from it. How is Okinawa’s Coconut Crab Prepared? Photo：Coconut crab cuisine Coconut crab dishes can be eaten at Okinawan food stalls for a few thousand yen. Coconut crab dishes are made in much the same way as normal crab dishes; however, the shells of coconut crab are hard, making them difficult to prepare sometimes. At food stalls, coconut crabs are usually steamed whole, then removed from the shell and eaten with seasonings, such as sauce or soup stock. This can be seen at 8:09 in the video. What Kind of Creatures are Okinawa's Coconut Crab? Photo：Coconut crab Coconut crabs look like crabs, but they're actually a type of hermit crab. In Japanese, they're called "yashi-gani" (椰子蟹 in kanji or the more common ヤシガニ in katakana). Coconut crabs inhabit Miyako Island, Ishigaki Island, and Iriomote Island in Okinawa Prefecture, and the largest crabs can grow more than 40 cm in length and weigh more than 4 kg! The coconut crab is said to be the strongest crustacean, and the clamping force of its giant pincers is about 90 times its weight, which is about as strong as a lion's bite! Fisherman must be very careful when catching coconut crabs, as not to get injured. Points of Caution When Eating Coconut Crab at a Food Stall Photo：Coconut crab cuisine Because coconut crabs are omnivores and eat dead or rotten fish carcasses, they can accumulate pathogens in their bodies. Coconut crabs that have accumulated these pathogens can cause food poisoning if eaten, even after cooking them, so be careful. Coconut crab is a valuable food item that is rarely eaten nowadays, partly because it is listed as an endangered species. Summary of the Coconut Crab at Okinawa's Food Stalls Photo：Coconut crab cuisine The Okinawan culture of eating giant coconut crabs dates all the way back to ancient Japan. Seen at 4:40 in the video are some of the unique gourmet specialties at Okinawan food stalls, including dishes like chanpuru, rafute, mimigaa (pig's ear) and umibudo (sea grapes). If you’re traveling to Okinawa, be sure to try the coconut crab sold at one of the many food stalls! ◆Kokusaidori Yatai Mura｜General Information◆ 【Address】3-11 Makishi, Naha 900-0013 Okinawa Prefecture 【Access】A 4-minute walk from Yui Rail Makishi Station. 【Hours】Varies depending on other restaurants at the location 【Closures】Varies depending on other restaurants at the location 【Parking】None 【Tripadvisor】Kokusaidori Yatai Mura https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298224-d11848458-Reviews-Kokusaidori_Yataimura-Naha_Okinawa_Prefecture.html

“Mitten crab fishing" and “mitten crab kakemeshi!” The video（岡山・和気町に伝わるモクズガニ漁に密着「ズガニのかけ飯」の味は） closely covers Keiji Mandai from the Yoshiikawa Southern Fishery Cooperative, who runs a mitten crab fishing business in Wake, Okayama in Japan's Chugoku. The title of the video roughly translates to “Japanese mitten crab fishing In Wake, Okayama. Mitten crab fisheries and a taste of Kakemeshi." Kenji Mandai is a veteran fisherman with 70 years of experience. Mitten crab is called “Zugani” by the local people and it is used in the local special dish “Zugani Kakemeshi.” Please watch the video to see some of the characteristics of mitten crab fishing, or to check the recipe for Zugani Kakemeshi. Mitten crab fishing. Photo：Mitten crab Mitten crabs are found in the river and the local people call it “Zugani.” The mitten crab is part of the crustacean species. Its carapace is 7-8 cm, and it weighs around 180g. The fishing process is actually quite easy as well. Being nocturnal, mitten crabs usually stand still in between rocks. Knowing this, fisherman put net traps into the river and the mitten crabs have a tendency to just walk inside them. That's it! If you wanna see this in action, take a look at the video starting from 0:16. Mitten crab fishing peaks in the fall since the crabs travel down the river to breed. They're packed with meat during this time of the year so it's definitely the best season to try them. If the crabs legs crabs are yellow, that means it's a lunker! Unfortunately, because their size is relatively small and it takes time and effort to cook, there are fewer and fewer people eating mitten crabs nowadays . As a result, not many fishermen are involved in mitten crab fishing, and the tradition has been on a steady decline. What is mitten crab kakemeshi? Recipes and popular ways to cook mitten crab. Source :YouTube screenshot Mitten crab kakemeshi is loved by the local people in Wake, Okayama and a feast is held during the rice harvesting season in the fall. After cooking vegetables in a pot, chop up the mitten crabs (including the shells), and strain the crabs using a strainer. In order to get the best tasting crab, it is best to spend time chopping up the crab as finely as possible. The shell of the crabs used to be the main source of protein for the people of Wake. After seasoning the soup with soy sauce, the standard way to enjoy this meal is to put it over rice. Mitten crab kakemeshi has a very rich taste, and you can taste every ingredient. For a more in-depth explanation on how to prepare mitten crab, take a look at 3:16 for the recipe on how to make mitten crab kakemeshi. There are several other recipes using mitten crabs, such as Takikomi gohan (this involves cooking the crab with other ingredients inside of a rice cooker with rice), Tsugani soup, steamed crabs, miso soup, and crab pasta. Mitten crab is a perfect ingredient for both Japanese and western dishes. Also shown in the video at 5:58, the local people cut a steamed crab in half and eat it straight. A summary of the “mitten crab fishing” and “mitten crab kakemeshi” introduction Photo：Mitten crab Mitten crabs taste the best, and are beefiest in Autumn, and although it has a strong smell, if cooked properly it can become a delicious meal. If you are planning to visit Japan, we recommend trying different kinds of Japanese food to feel the culture of Japan. If this article has got you interested in trying some crab dishes after watching the mitten crab fishing video, there's no better place to get your fill than Wake, Okayama. Although mitten crab fishing has been on the decline, mitten crab is a taste that deserves to be passed down for generations.

Pickling Live Japanese Blue Crab in Japanese Sake This video, by "Sushi Skills Channel" (寿司の技術), shows how to make "Yopparaigani" (drunken crab), using live, female Japanese blue crabs. It takes two weeks to a month to complete, but it's worth the wait. Ingredients ・Japanese Blue Crabs (live) (5) ・Sake (Junmai) 3,200 ccs ・Brown Sugar 320 ccs ・Salt 80g ・Dark Soy Sauce 200 ccs ・Red Peppers (8) ・Welsh Onions (Green Portion) 3 Stalks ・Sliced Ginger 65g ・Sansho Powder 3g How to Make It 1. Put the sugar and salt in a tub large enough to hold all the crabs, add the sake and mix until dissolved. 2. Add the soy sauce and mix lightly. 3. Tear the peppers apart and add them to "2.," including the seeds. 4. Add the sansho powder, ginger slices, and onions and mix again to complete the marinade. 5. Thoroughly wash the live crabs with a tawashi brush. 6. Remove the rubber bands that bind the crabs. 7. Put the crabs in the marinade. 8. Cover with a lid and shake it around so the crabs are fully covered with sauce. 9. After about 30 minutes, open the lid once and arrange the crabs so that their entire bodies are sub,erged in the marinade, then cover it with paper towels to prevent the crabs from breathing. 10. Cover with a lid and then put it in the refrigerator. Let sit for a minimum of 2 weeks. At the end of the video they show what it looks like when it's finished and arranged on a dish. Be sure to check it out!

This video, titled "Nihonryori RyuGin: A Presentation for the Snow Crab Conference" (日本料理 龍吟 松葉蟹学会発表), was released by "TOKYOGASTRONOMY." The crab is loved by the Japanese people as a luxury foodstuff. The popular Japanese restaurant "RyuGin" made a video of the crab dishes full of the originality of their expert chefs. RyuGin has been awarded three stars in the Michelin Guide for seven consecutive years. The owner Seiji Yamamoto has presented his techniques and insights on Japanese cuisine at domestic and international conferences and has been actively disseminating information on Japanese food culture. Due to these activities, the restaurant was selected as No. 41 on the list of the world's "50 Best Restaurants" in 2018. The video uses carefully selected snow crabs (queen crabs) that were landed in Sakaiminato, Tottori. Enjoy the many Japanese dishes created by top chefs.

This video, titled "【Michelin 3 Stars】Japanese Food -Gourmet food in japan【yamasaki】," was released by "Prince Uni Channel【Japanese Gourmet】." The video introduces a famous restaurant in Toyama, the only one in Japan's Hokuriku region to have received three Michelin stars, "Japanese Cuisine Yamazaki." Yamazaki, the only Japanese restaurant in Toyama to receive three Michelin stars and beating out many other famous restaurants in Hokuriku, is sure to make your taste buds dance with its many flavorful dishes. The fact that you can enjoy luxury meals at such reasonable prices at a high-end restaurant is also a key point. Why not stop by for a delicious meal on your way to Toyama? This video introduces a course meal at Yamazaki, so if you're interested, be sure to check it out.

This video, titled "[Tokyo Gourmet] Japanese Restaurant "Azabu Kadowaki," Which Was Upgraded to Three Stars in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2020 for Its Original Truffle Rice｜3 Michelin Stars Tokyo Kadowaki｜ウニ王子チャンネル#49" (【東京グルメ】ミシュランガイド東京2020三つ星へ昇格した『元祖トリュフご飯」の日本料理店【麻布かどわき】Michelin 3 Stars Tokyo Kadowaki ウニ王子チャンネル#49), was released by "Uni Prince Channel" (ウニ王子チャンネル). This video introduces Kadowaki, a Japanese fine dining restaurant that was upgraded from two to three stars in Michelin Tokyo 2020. Famous for its use of seasonal ingredients, Azabu Kadowaki's menu changes with the seasons, leaving diners coming back for more. One of the most famous menu items at Azabu Kadowaki is the original truffle rice, which was created at the restaurant and is one of the most addictive dishes you'll ever try. This video features a full course meal at Azabu Kadowaki, so if you're interested, be sure to check it out!

This video, titled [Fukuoka Gourmet] Three-Michelin Star [One of the leading sushi restaurants in Kyushu] The peak of sushi! [Sushi Sakai] Nishinakasu, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture｜sushi｜鮨｜sushi sakai｜ウニ王子チャンネル#88" (【福岡グルメ】ミシュラン三つ星「九州を代表する鮨の名店」で最高峰の鮨体験！【鮨さかい】福岡県福岡市西中洲｜sushi｜鮨｜sushi sakai｜ウニ王子チャンネル#88), was released by "Uni Prince Channel" (ウニ王子チャンネル#88). This video introduces Sushi Sakai, a famous restaurant in Kyushu that has 3 Michelin stars and has been ranked #1 in Tabelog Gold for 3 years in a row! It was only a year after becoming independent that Sakai received one star, and four years later it was awarded its third. Every dish brought to you is top-notch and the sushi is to die for! This video introduces a 30,000 yen course meal from Sushi Sakai, be sure to check it out!