鳥取県·特産品
Matsuba Crab (Tottori Port)
As you crack the shell amidst rising steam, you find the white meat packed tightly inside. Upon taking a bite, the meat falls apart delicately, releasing an explosion of rich sweetness and umami. This is the king of winter delicacies, Matsuba crab. Matsuba crab refers to the male of the snow crab species caught in the waters of San'in. They are harvested by dragging nets along the seabed at depths of 300 to 400 meters off Tottori, Ajiro, and Sakaiminato ports. Crabs caught in Tottori are marked with a white tag bearing the words "Tottori Matsuba Crab," serving as a reliable proof of origin. There are various theories regarding the origin of the name "Matsuba" (pine needle); some say it is because the long, slender legs resemble pine needles, while others say the legs spread out like pine needles when placed in water. The season is open only during the winter. It is a luxurious treat nurtured by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan.
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