Echizen Crab, the only crab presented to the Imperial Household in Japan and the king of winter delicacies!

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Echizen Crab" presented to the Imperial Family

Echizen Crab, the only crab presented to the imperial family in Japan

Echizen crab is the top-brand male snow crab landed in Fukui Prefecture. Echizen Fishing Port, Mikuni Port, Tsuruga Port, and Obama Port are the landing ports for Echizen crab. It is also known as the only crab presented to the Imperial Household in Japan.

As soon as Echizen crabs are caught, they are placed in a tank filled with seawater on board the ship and returned to port alive. This type of landing is rare in Japan, and fresh Echizen crabs are auctioned and delivered to the market.
Echizen crab being brought to the port

Go to Fukui Prefecture to eat the exquisite Echizen Crab!

Only male Echizen crabs can wear the yellow tag, a symbol of Echizen crabs. The crab has a large, magnificent shell, long legs, and large claws. The majestic appearance is that of a king. The inside of the shell is filled with rich and thick crab miso. Echizen crab, the king of winter delicacies, is the proud brand of Fukui Prefecture and attracts many tourists every year in search of its delicious taste.
Yellow tag, the symbol of Echizen crab
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