Journey in Pursuit of Japanese Scallops

Hotate , Japanese scallops are known for their large size and quality and is popular throughout the world. Frozen Japanese scallops can be simply thawed and eaten raw as sashimi or sushi toppings, and they can also be used in a variety of dishes, including French and Italian cuisine.

What is the secret behind the deliciousness of Japanese scallops?
In this program, reporter Shizuka Anderson sets out on a journey to explore the allure of Japanese scallops. She will be supported by a culinary researcher also serving as a Japanese cuisine goodwill ambassador, Yanagihara Naoyuki.
Destination of her journey starts from Toyosu Market in Tokyo, one of the biggest fish markets in the world and move on to Tokoro town in Kitami city, Hokkaido, one of the major Japanese scallops’ producing region.
Shizuka discovers production and harvesting dedicated to quality, processing and freezing with a focus on freshness and hygiene, environmental friendliness, and the spirit of the local people.
And finally, she will be taught a household scallop dish from Yanagihara using frozen Hokkaido scallops.

Check out full recipes here!
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First aired on NHK WORLD-JAPAN/jibtv on 2023/9/8.

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