It’s the most magical time of the year - Yes! Almost time for dried mullet roe (からすみ)! Kumanichi reports on preparation for this New Year’s delicacy; the roe is set on a roof to enjoy two to three weeks of Ushibuka weather before being sold for some 6,000 yen per hundred grams (this being Sunday, I don’t feel like doing the math, but off the top of my head, I’d figure that’s about one yen per fish egg). On a related note, dried squid (スルメ) is also available now at many stores, including Cosmos. If you buy a small hibachi, surume makes a great party. - William
It's the most magical time of the year - Yes! Almost time for dried mullet roe (…
