FOOD

Decorated Festivity Dish: Kamaboko surimi
Toyama city, Toyama Pref.
FOOD
2015
30 minutes Episode(s): 1
english
Japanese


[Food of Japan Season 1]
Tai (Sea Bream) is a symbol of happy occasions in Japan. Kamaboko is a type of surimi; a processed seafood product made from white fish purée, formed into shapes, steamed until fully cooked, and served hot or cold. Tai-shaped Kamaboko is a must-have on festive occasions in Toyama. In this documentary, the camera focuses on the passions of artisans who make the biggest decorated Kamaboko in Japan and their regional food culture.
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Tai (Sea Bream) is a symbol of happy occasions in Japan. Kamaboko is a type of surimi; a processed seafood product made from white fish purée, formed into shapes, steamed until fully cooked, and served hot or cold. Tai-shaped Kamaboko is a must-have on festive occasions in Toyama. In this documentary, the camera focuses on the passions of artisans who make the biggest decorated Kamaboko in Japan and their regional food culture.
Click here to preview this episode!
Part of the "Food of Japan Series"!
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