1. The first auction of red snow crabs for the season took place on September 5th in Kami Town, Hyogo Prefecture, western Japan.
2. The crab fishing season began on September 2nd, and about 19 tons of crabs were auctioned starting at 6:00 a.m., following the unloading of eight fishing boats.
3. Kasumi port is the only port in the Kansai region participating in red snow crab fishing. These crabs are known for their sweetness and live in cold waters around 1,000 meters deep. The local crab association aims to manage resources, maintain freshness, and uphold quality, with members believing Kasumi crabs are exceptional. The red snow crab season will continue through May 2026.
2. The crab fishing season began on September 2nd, and about 19 tons of crabs were auctioned starting at 6:00 a.m., following the unloading of eight fishing boats.
3. Kasumi port is the only port in the Kansai region participating in red snow crab fishing. These crabs are known for their sweetness and live in cold waters around 1,000 meters deep. The local crab association aims to manage resources, maintain freshness, and uphold quality, with members believing Kasumi crabs are exceptional. The red snow crab season will continue through May 2026.
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Red snow crab auction started on September 5th in Kami Town, Hyogo Prefecture. The season began on September 2nd and 19 tons of crabs were auctioned from eight fishing boats at Kasumi port, the only port for red snow crab fishing in the Kansai region. These cold-water crabs are known for their