Senpoushi
Senpoushi fishery growers, Kushiro, Hokkaido
📍 Senpoushi · Hokkaido · Japan
SpeciesPacific Oyster (Crassostrea gigas)
SizeMedium-Large · 3.0"-4.0"
MethodSuspended (long-line)
Salinity
MildBriny
Oyster profile
RichUmamiSweetOceanicPlumpMeaty
About Senpoushi
From Senpoushi, a small fishing ground on the eastern coast of Kushiro Town where the sea meets the forest. Cold currents and seaweed-rich water build a deep, robust flavor, with concentrated umami and a mellow sweetness.
In plain words: rich, umami, sweet, oceanic, plump, with salt bomb salt.
Where it grows
- Harvest region
- Senpoushi, eastern coast of Kushiro Town, Hokkaido, Japan
- Growing region
- Senpoushi
- State
- Hokkaido
- Country
- Japan
Senpoushi fishery growers, Kushiro, HokkaidoThe farm · 1 oyster on Shucks
Where to eat it
Ostrea Oyster Bar & Restaurant - Akasaka-MitsukeLogged Sep 22 · Minato City, Akasaka
What people are saying
@elms★★★★★
Creamy
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Senpoushi oysters: common questions
What do Senpoushi oysters taste like?
Senpoushi oysters are described as rich, umami, sweet, oceanic, with salt bomb salinity.
Where are Senpoushi oysters grown?
They're grown in Senpoushi, eastern coast of Kushiro Town, Hokkaido, Japan, Senpoushi, Hokkaido, Japan by Senpoushi fishery growers, Kushiro, Hokkaido.
How salty are Senpoushi oysters?
Salt bomb: 5 out of 5 on the Shucks scale. Full ocean. Big brine from start to finish.
Where can I eat Senpoushi oysters?
Shucks members have recently had them at Ostrea Oyster Bar & Restaurant - Akasaka-Mitsuke.