Tottori

Enjoy the whole goodness of flying fish.

Ago Chikuwa

In Tottori Prefecture, flying fish are locally known as ‘ago’. Chikuwa made from flying fish paste is called ‘ago chikuwa’, and is characterized by a delicious firm cooked skin, great aroma and firm texture. It is delicious eaten on its own, can be added to soups and other dishes, or used to make a dashi stock. Compared to regular chikuwa it is dark in color, with a firm texture and quite filling. The enhanced richness allows you to enjoy the complete flavor of flying fish. It is an important traditional local food served as a snack to accompany drinks at parties.