Hokkaido Kirikomi: Fish Fermented with Salt and Rice Koji
K i r i k o m i f e r m e n t s t h i n - c u t r a w f i s h w i t h s a l t a n d r i c e k o j i , p r o d u c i n g c o n c e n t r a t e d f i s h s a v o r a n d k o j i s w e e t n e...

At a glance
| Name | Hokkaido Kirikomi: Fish Fermented with Salt and Rice Koji (Kirikomi) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Hokkaido |
| Region | Hokkaido & Tohoku |
| Type | Thin-cut herring, salmon or other fish matured with salt and rice koji |
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Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hokkaido Kirikomi: Fish Fermented with Salt and Rice Koji from?
It is associated with Hokkaido, in the Hokkaido & Tohoku region of Japan.
What kind of food is Hokkaido Kirikomi: Fish Fermented with Salt and Rice Koji?
This guide classifies it as thin-cut herring, salmon or other fish matured with salt and rice koji. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
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