Best season to travel to Japan

Sea Cucumber

Though not too pleasing to the eye, these creatures are a true delicacy

Best time: December–February

Sea Cucumber
Sea Cucumber
Sea Cucumber

Known in Japan as Namako, Manamako, Akako, Aoko or Kaiso—all of which actually mean "sea rat," the juicy flesh of this marine animal is considered a delicacy.

They are eaten mostly raw. The best species are the red ones since they are generally softer and tastier!

Last updated: by Eleonora Provozin