Olive Hamachi

Olive hamachi is yellowtail farmed on feed mixed with powdered leaves of Kagawa grown olives. Yellowtail farming was first commercialized anywhere in the world in 1928 at Ato Pond in Hiketa, Higashikagawa, making it a food culture born in Kagawa. Combined with olives, this new brand emerged in 2008.

Highlights

Olive compounds are said to slow discoloration, giving vivid flesh and a clean, refined fat with little fishiness. Sashimi, marinated slices, and nigiri sushi all show off its quality.

Enjoying the Seasons

The peak runs from fat rich autumn into winter. Savor its sweetness as sashimi, or in cold months warm up with teriyaki or shabu shabu.

Access and Basic Information

Ato Pond, the birthplace of farming, lies in Hiketa, Higashikagawa, and an adjacent facility serves fresh yellowtail dishes. Within the prefecture it is farmed in six districts including Aji and Naoshima.

A Quick Tip

Shipping mainly starts in November. Visit during the peak to find the fattiest, most flavorful plate.