Squid and octopus
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Golden cuttlefish (Sumi ika)
【Nigiri sushi: Ika (Squid)】
Sumiika lives near the sandy and muddy floors in the ocean from Kanto westward, in the East China Sea. This squid has got its name because it spews a good amount of ink. Its proper name is kohika however it is more commonly known as Sumiika. Among the same kinds of squids, Sumiika has very tender flesh and fine texture. When eaten with Sudachi citrus and salt, fine sweetness spreads in the mouth.
Main production area
Seto Inland Sea Mikawa Bay Kyushu
Famous production area
Season
Autumn－Spring