Tokyo’s record-breaking New Year’s Day fish market auction tuna arrives at one of Japan’s favorite casual sushi restaurant chains.
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You, too, may be able to get your hands on this “Tuna King” when you pass through Tokyo Station.
After failing to secure a reservation for one month prior to his visit, our reporter gets in with some luck and ascends to tuna heaven.
From tiger-shaped prawns to instant ramen on tap, these delicious delights will make your mouth water!
He got his start in tuna wholesale when he was just 16, and today we’re learning from his experience.
We wanted to eat fresh-from-the-boat tuna but couldn’t, so we did the next most logical thing and built a realistic tuna fishing boat instead.
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