"Strait Salmon Boiled in Water" from the Tsugaru Strait is a premium gourmet canned food [Mutsu City, Aomori Prefecture]

Canned food, which was previously associated with being a cheap, preserved food, has undergone a remarkable evolution thanks to the recent boom. With the TBS program "Matsuko's Unknown World" featuring "The World of Gourmet Canned Food," canned food has become a staple on the dinner table.

This time, we will introduce "Kaikyo Salmon in Water," a local canned food from Aomori Prefecture that is of high quality and deliciousness but is not yet widely known throughout Japan.

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What is Strait Salmon?

"Strait Salmon" is the brand name of Donaldson rainbow trout, a large rainbow trout raised by the Hokusai Fisheries Production Association in Mutsu City, located on the Shimokita Peninsula, the northernmost tip of Honshu

The northernmost delicacy born from aquaculture, a method that was considered unconventional

Until now, farming salmon in the rough waters of the Tsugaru Strait, with its strong currents and low seawater temperature, was considered "unconventional" due to its extreme difficulty.
In fact, there have been instances where severe weather caused the breakwater of a fishing port to collapse, resulting in the complete loss of salmon being farmed within the port. In another year, a bomb cyclone caused the fish farms to be severely damaged. After

numerous failures and improvements, the Hokusai Fisheries Production Cooperative has succeeded in farming salmon in an environment as close to nature as possible. This has resulted in the creation of Tsugaru Strait salmon, which has firm flesh and just the right amount of fat.

Enjoy the taste of the season anytime with canned boiled vegetables

The season for Strait Salmon is from early May to July, and it can only be shipped fresh for about two months. So that people can easily enjoy the taste of Strait Salmon at home all year round, canned boiled salmon was developed and sold

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Boiled Strait Salmon Review

Now let's try it

When you open the lid, the beautiful salmon-pink flesh appears. Only fish that fit the diameter of the can are selected and sliced, so every can always contains the fattiest part of the belly, which is great

The official online shop says, "It's seasoned with just a little salt so as not to ruin the flavor," so this time I tried it without any modifications

When you serve it on a plate, the plump, tender flesh spills out, almost unable to keep its shape. Canned salmon is often tough because it is cooked under pressure, but Strait Salmon is incredibly tender

Is it really just salt?

No seasonings or additives other than salt are used in Kaikyo Salmon. It's amazing how it can be so delicious with just salt. The juice from the salmon's fat is rich and flavorful, and you'll want to drink it all up. I was surprised at how delicious it was, considering it was canned

What topping goes best with it?

Here are some toppings that go well with salmon

Grated daikon radish
, lemon juice
, green onions
, butter

The classic green onion topping is reliably delicious.
The grated daikon radish and lemon juice, which refresh the palate, also go well with it. With this combination, you could eat endless amounts.
Incidentally, while "salmon and butter" is a classic combination, the rich flavor of the Strait salmon means that butter is not necessary because it is so fatty.

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How to purchase boiled Strait Salmon

Canned Kaikyo salmon in brinethe Hokusai-ya online shopcan be purchased from
Furthermore, during the peak season for Kaikyo salmon, from late May to early July, a "Kaikyo Salmon Fresh Fish Sale" is held every Sunday in Ohata-cho, Mutsu City, and the annual "Kaikyo Salmon Festival" takes place in mid-June.

While the canned salmon is surprisingly fatty and delicious, fresh Kaikyo salmon sashimi during its peak season is also tempting. It seems well worth the trip to try it!

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Conclusion

Raised in the harsh natural environment of the Shimokita Peninsula, the Tsugaru Strait salmon in brine is a gourmet canned food packed with fat. It's easy to eat, yet boasts a rich flavor that you wouldn't expect from a canned product. Be sure to try it at least once.

Mutsu City, the hometown of Tsugaru Strait salmon, is home to many scenic spots such as Mount Osore, famous for its Itako (female shamans), and Hotokegaura. Come and enjoy the scenery of the Shimokita Peninsula, the northernmost point of Honshu, while gazing at the Tsugaru Strait where the Tsugaru Strait salmon are raised.

Kitaaya <Information>

• Name Kitasaya Co., Ltd
• Address: 152-2 Ueno, Ohata-cho, Mutsu City, Aomori Prefecture
• Telephone number: 0175-31-1868
• URL　Kitasaiya Official Website　

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