Toyama Bay Seafood: White Shrimp and Firefly Squid from the Mysterious Bay

Natural Fish Tank: Toyama Bay

Toyama Bay is a rich fishing ground called the "natural fish tank." The unique terrain adjacent to 1,000m-deep seas and shallow areas nurtures abundant seafood including white shrimp, firefly squid, and yellowtail.

Superb White Shrimp Cuisine

White shrimp (hotaru-ebi) is a fantasy ingredient harvested only in Toyama Bay, called the "jewels of Toyama Bay." White shrimp kakiage (tempura fritter), sashimi, and kakiage-don are representative Toyama cuisine enjoyable throughout Toyama City.

Mystery of Firefly Squid

Firefly squid that come to Toyama Bay to spawn in spring (March-June) are famous for glowing. "Firefly Squid Ocean Tourism" is conducted in Namerikawa City, allowing observation of the mysterious glowing firefly squid spectacle from boats.