◆What is Shimaji

Classification: Fish ＞ Ray-finned fish ＞ Perciformes ＞ Perciformes ＞ Caranginae ＞ Caranginae ＞ Striped trevally (from Japan Oceanographic Data Center)

Scientific name：Pseudocaranx dentex（Bloch ＆ Schneider, 1801）

Japanese name: Shimaji / Island horse mackerel / Striped horse mackerel

English name: White trevally、Striped jack

Other name: Hiraaji

The Shimaaji, representative fish of the Carangidae family’s Seriola genus, is known for its distinct yellow stripes on the body’s sides during its younger stages, leading to the name “Shimaaji” or “Striped horse mackerel.” Another theory suggests it acquired the name “Shimaaji” or “Island horse mackerel” due to its abundant catch in the Izu Seven Islands.

Due to its excellent taste and rarity, Shimaaji is considered a premium ingredient. In recent years, advances in aquaculture have led to the majority of Shimaaji available in the market being farmed. Naturally-caught large specimens are quite scarce and have become a highly prized delicacy.

◆Fishing time and season for striped jack

Shimaaji is a target for fishing throughout the year, and it is also farmed, making it available anytime. However, its peak season is from summer to early autumn when it accumulates more fat in preparation for winter spawning. The prime season for Shimaaji is from June to August.

Source: Shimaji (striped horse mackerel): ecology, characteristics, production area and season

URL: シマアジ（縞鯵）- Pseudocaranx dentex -：旬の魚介百科 (foodslink.jp)

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