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Meji-maguro (Juvenile Tuna)
めじまぐろ (Meji-maguro)
Also known as: Meji-maguro, Juvenile tuna, メジマグロ
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | めじまぐろ |
| Common Japanese notations | めじまぐろ, メジマグロ |
| Origin | Juvenile tuna stage of various Thunnus species (mainly Pacific bluefin Thunnus orientalis); typically caught when young; affordable price-positioning vs adult tuna |
| Typical functions | Affordable sushi/sashimi tuna alternative, Foodservice volume tuna |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. **Sustainability concern**: juvenile tuna catches are subject to international quota management for stock recovery. Fish allergen recommended. |
Meji-maguro (めじまぐろ) is the juvenile stage of Pacific bluefin tuna, an affordable retail tuna alternative. Sustainability concern: juvenile catches affect adult stock recovery.
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Used in (typical product categories)
Finished-product categories that commonly include this ingredient in Japanese-market formulations.
- Frozen meji-maguro retail
What it is
Juvenile Thunnus orientalis (or related) Pacific bluefin tuna.
Typical uses in Japanese products
Affordable sushi/sashimi tuna.
For OEM: cost-positioned tuna retail.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Sustainability and quota awareness. Fish allergen recommended.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Sustainability awareness. |
|---|---|
| USA | Sustainability awareness. |
| China | Established trade. |
| Korea | Established trade. |
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References
- MEXT Standard Tables of Food Composition — めじまぐろ
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.