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Sasa River Whitebait Cuisine
These small, transparent fish herald the arrival of spring. In the Sasa River, which flows through Sasa Town, fishing for whitebait reaches its peak from February to March as they swim upstream to spawn. Whitebait are relatives of the goby, and these transparent little fish are about 5 cm in length. Enjoying them live with ponzu sauce, known as 'odori-gui,' is a seasonal tradition unique to spring in Sasa. Lightly fried tempura is also popular, offering a fluffy texture and the refreshing scent of spring. This is a seasonal delicacy to be enjoyed alongside the signal that spring has arrived in the river. Please experience this locally passed-down whitebait cuisine at least once during this season. It is a flavor that serves as a wonderful reason to visit Sasa in the spring.
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