The Aging Process

Experience the Perfect Balance of Freshness and Aged Umami.

Bungo Yellowtail "Wakamusha" is processed using our proprietary method, allowing its flavor and umami to deepen naturally over several days of aging.

Experience the Perfect Balance of Freshness and Aged Umami.

Bungo Yellowtail "Wakamusha" is processed using our proprietary method, allowing its flavor and umami to deepen naturally over several days of aging.


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Day 1

Enjoy the pure richness of its natural fat.
Fresh, pleasantly firm texture.

Recommended: Sashimi, sushi, and other dishes that highlight its exceptional freshness.

Day 2Highly Recommended

The texture and richness become perfectly balanced, pairing exceptionally well with rice and revealing the distinctive qualities of Wakamusha.

Recommended: Sushi, seafood rice bowls, and other rice-based dishes.

Day 3

The aged umami and rich flavor reach a beautiful balance.

Recommended: Shabu-shabu and other lightly cooked dishes.

Day 4

Enjoy both the satisfying texture and the deeper umami developed through aging.

Especially Recommended"Ryukyu" Oita's traditional marinated sashimi dish.

Day 5

At this stage of aging, its rich flavor is especially suited to marinated dishes and cooked preparations such as fried recipes.

Recommended: Marinated dishes and Tatsuta-style fried yellowtail.

Wakamusha Sales Achievements


Since its launch, Wakamusha has expanded
primarily throughout Oita Prefecture.
Wakamusha is supplied to restaurants at Oita Airport, traditional Japanese restaurants in Japan and overseas, ryokan inns, hotels,
and many other dining establishments,
including PayPay Dome in Fukuoka Prefecture.

Now Recruiting New Retail Partners!

Now Recruiting New Retail Partners!

We welcome companiesinterested in promoting Wakamusha as one of OitaPrefecture's signature premium seafood brands.

Target Areas: Oita City and Beppu City
Sales Started: September 2023

Feel free to contact us.

Feel free to contact us.


Authorized retailers receive an official Wakamusha Certification Plaque.

Since its launch, Wakamusha has expanded primarily throughout Oita Prefecture.
Today, Wakamusha is served at restaurants, traditional Japanese establishments, hotels, ryokan, and fine dining venues both in Japan and overseas.

We welcome partners who share our commitment to maintaining the quality, expanding the distribution, and strengthening the Bungo Yellowtail "Wakamusha" brand.