In early May, I had the pleasure of visiting Choshi Fishing Harbor to savor some delectable seafood cuisine. Located at the mouth of the Tone River in Choshi City, which lies in the northeast of Chiba Prefecture, this bustling harbor has a rich history and a vibrant seafood scene.
The Harbor’s Legacy
Choshi Fishing Harbor has a storied past. For 11 consecutive years until 2022, it held the distinction of being Japan’s largest fish landing port. Although it relinquished that title in 2023, it remains an essential hub for fishermen and seafood enthusiasts alike.
Exploring ‘Miura’ Restaurant
During my visit, I dined at the renowned ‘Miura’ restaurant. Nestled near the harbor, ‘Miura’ is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Its menu boasts an array of mouthwatering fish dishes, each prepared with precision and care.
We enjoyed the following dishes.
Kinmedai Bowl
Sliced golden eye snapper on rice with toppings.
Soy-Marinated Tuna Sashimi Rice Bowl
Marinated tuna over rice with soy-based sauce
Marinated Seafood Bowl
Assorted marinated seafood on rice with savory sauce
Fatty Tuna and Salmon Roe Bowl
Fatty tuna and salmon roe over rice with toppings
Namerou
Minced fish with miso, ginger, and herbs, served raw
Grilled Clams
Grilled clams seasoned with soy sauce and citrus
Simmered Kinmedai
Simmered golden eye snapper in soy-based sweet sauce
Tempura
Mixed-vegetable tempura
A type of Japanese tempura where various vegetables are coated in batter and deep-fried
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