Hinagaki Sashimi-grade Oysters from Kitaki Island / ひなガキ生食用牡蠣 - 12 Pieces

  • $32.00

  • 2 or more $29.00 each
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We're excited to bring new Sashimi-grade whole Oysters from another part of Japan - Kitaki Island.

The Hinagaki Oysters are a special breed of Oysters nurtured by the beautiful islands and rice nature of the Seto Inland Sea, picked at a certain size so they are super Umami and easy to consume in one mouthful. 

Size matters - these are intentionally picked for a slightly smaller-than-usual size so it is of a more enjoyable size to consume. It is called the Hinagaki or 'Princess Oysters' because they were intended for the ladies but we don't think gender matters - these are perfectly sized for one mouthful, just as oysters are supposed to be enjoyed. Overly large Oysters may look great, but they're difficult to eat and too much for some to take. 

These oysters are live frozen using a special freezing technology, which means that they were flash frozen while still alive to retain the freshness so that they taste as good as when they're live. 

We were skeptical at first, until we tried them (!!!!!!). They were plump and truly tasted as amazing as live ones. ~technology~ We hope you'll try them yourself. 

Tasting Notes: These are more briny and more savoury compared to the Sakoshi Bay Oysters. We love the size - it's perfect for one mouthful. The finish is equally clean on the palate like the Sakoshi Bay. 

NOTE: The tray of Oysters may come in a bag instead of a cover due to the size of the oyster shells. It will still come on a tray, just without the cover because it can't fit. 

  • Sashimi-grade, suitable for raw consumption
  • These Oysters are from Kitaki Island, Japan
  • The oysters go through a series of advanced inspections and tests to ensure optimum safety and freshness.
  • Just thaw and serve. No special knife required to open them.
  • Note: they have to be thawed before prying them open. 
  • A DOZEN OYSTERS PER BOX, 12PCS
  • Thawing Suggestions: We do NOT recommend soaking the oysters directly in water. You can retrieve the amount you want from the pack and give it a rinse under tap water, then leave it on the serving plate in room temperature for approximately 20~30 minutes. Or you can leave the box in the chiller overnight to thaw slowly. 
  • We serve them simply with Ponzu, or with Caviar/Ikura and Uni
  • Important Note: As these are live frozen, there may be little crabs or little shrimps in the oysters, which are completely normal. Just remove them and the oyster can be consumed. We don't recommend consuming the little 'free gifts', please discard them. This is completely normal and prevalent even in the live ones sold at restaurants (just that they are removed before serving). There is no processing, or forcing of the oysters open to keep them alive, this is how the oysters can be kept stress-free and fresh just like they are live after it is thawed. THIS IS NOT A DEFECT.