Japanese Food Hokkigai 北寄貝

The hokkigai (Spisula sachalinensis or Arctic surf clam) is an edible saltwater clam often used for sushi and sashimi. It has a red and white appearance. Its texture is crunchy and has a mild and sweet flavour. Hokkigai are found in Tomakomai, Hokkaidō, and numerous other areas. They are also known as Sakhalin surf clam.

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Kanji: 北寄貝
Kana: ホッキガイ
Romaji: hokkigai