Shijimi: this tiny, coin-sized clam is beloved in Japan. Not only is it packed with nutrients like amino acids, but it has a rich umami flavor and goes perfectly in miso soup. We visit Lake Shinji, famous for its shijimi catch, and discover how these clams are harvested, sorted with a surprising sound-based method, and used in a variety of delicious dishes. Come with us as we crack open the secrets of shijimi.
Episode Duration: 28 minutes and 12 seconds
Episode Number: 201
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TRAILS TO OISHII TOKYO (formerly called Trails to Tsukiji) takes an in-depth look at Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic market, where every kind of fresh food, from seafood to produce, is gathered from around the country.
The program traces unique Japanese foods from the market back to their original source.
Past episodes included: "Abalone," called "the treasure of the sea" in Japan; "Oysters," which the Japanese have been eating for 4,000 years; and "Green Tea," the country's popular beverage of choice.
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