Flavor & texture
Tender, oily flesh with pronounced umami.
At peak · current selection
Ma Iwashi
真鰯Peak summer sardine offers exceptional richness relative to price when the fish are handled quickly and kept impeccably cold.
Quality rangeGood–ExcellentCurrent selection
Fat15–21%Observed range
AvailabilityAbundantSteady
Price movement¥0.9–1.3k / kgSoft
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Buyer’s note
“Peak summer sardine offers exceptional richness relative to price when the fish are handled quickly and kept impeccably cold.”
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For the kitchen
Chef’s assessment
Best application
Nigiri, namero, salt grill, confit, or vinegar cure.
Estimated yield
42–48% trimmed fillet yield.
Signals in context
Current relationship
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QualityGood–Excellent
Fat15–21%
AvailabilityAbundant
Price¥0.9–1.3k / kg