Firefly Squid of Honshu
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Firefly Squid of Honshu
When conditions are just right, Japan’s bioluminescent firefly squid emerge off the western coast of Honshu. Watch the video to see this glowing springtime event.
Jun 4, 2022
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rnz.co.nzAug 22, 2016
A Rare Ocean Glow on Your Plate Experience the magic of Firefly Squid (Hotaru Ika) — famed for their natural blue bioluminescence found only in the Toyama Bay. *Toyama Hotaruika Sashimi – RM30 *Toyama Yaki Hotaruika (Grilled) – RM25 Delicate. Seasonal. Stunning. Available now at Ishin – taste this glowing ocean gem before it's gone! For reservations, please call/WhatsApp: 60 12 680 0377. #ishin #ishin_kl #hotaruika #fireflysquid #omakase #klfoodie #japanesecuisine | Ishin Japanese Dining
A Rare Ocean Glow on Your Plate Experience the magic of Firefly Squid (Hotaru Ika) — famed for their natural blue bioluminescence found only in the Toyama Bay. *Toyama Hotaruika Sashimi – RM30 *Toyama Yaki Hotaruika (Grilled) – RM25 Delicate. Seasonal. Stunning. Available now at Ishin – taste this glowing ocean gem before it's gone! For reservations, please call/WhatsApp: 60 12 680 0377. #ishin #ishin_kl #hotaruika #fireflysquid #omakase #klfoodie #japanesecuisine | Ishin Japanese Dining
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