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Mizu-dako (Giant Pacific Octopus)
みずだこ (Mizu-dako)
Also known as: Mizu-dako, Giant Pacific octopus, Enteroctopus dofleini, 水蛸
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | みずだこ |
| Common Japanese notations | みずだこ, 水蛸, ミズダコ |
| Origin | Giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini); cold-water species; principal Japanese landings Hokkaido, Aomori, Iwate (Sanriku) |
| Typical functions | Premium sushi/sashimi (large-cut applications), Foodservice octopus |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. **Mollusc allergen recommended.** |
Mizu-dako (みずだこ / 水蛸) is giant Pacific octopus, Hokkaido and Sanriku premium octopus for large-cut sushi/sashimi applications.
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- Fresh and frozen mizu-dako
Ingredient profile
Enteroctopus dofleini giant Pacific octopus.
OEM applications
Premium sushi/sashimi (large cuts).
For OEM: fresh and frozen retail.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Mollusc allergen recommended.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Established US Pacific octopus market. |
| China | Established global trade. |
| Korea | Established Korean trade. |
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- What is Mizu-dako (Giant Pacific Octopus)?
- Mizu-dako (みずだこ / 水蛸) is giant Pacific octopus, Hokkaido and Sanriku premium octopus for large-cut sushi/sashimi applications.
- What is the regulatory status of Mizu-dako (Giant Pacific Octopus) in Japan?
- Standard food labeling. **Mollusc allergen recommended.**
- What products typically use Mizu-dako (Giant Pacific Octopus)?
- Fresh and frozen mizu-dako
- Where does Mizu-dako (Giant Pacific Octopus) come from?
- Giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini); cold-water species; principal Japanese landings Hokkaido, Aomori, Iwate (Sanriku)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Mizu-dako (Giant Pacific Octopus)?
- JSCI: みずだこ
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References
- 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — みずだこ
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.