Harakomeshi

Harakomeshi

The gorgeous bowl of rice topped with salmon and salmon roe from seasonal fall salmon was first started as a dish for fishermen

Tender stewed salmon and salmon roe are placed on rice to create a splendid dish. Hearty fare that had its origins as a dish for anglers in the town of Watari, the best time to have harakomeshi is when the autumn salmon are harvested between September and December.

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In Watari-cho, which is known as the hometown for harakomeshi, there are as many as 20 establishments where you can savor the dish.(宮城県観光課)
In Watari-cho, which is known as the hometown for harakomeshi, there are as many as 20 establishments where you can savor the dish.(宮城県観光課)
Harakomeshi is a dish with a long history that was selected as one of the top 100 rural local dishes.(宮城県観光課)
Harakomeshi is a dish with a long history that was selected as one of the top 100 rural local dishes.(宮城県観光課)