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Mushi-garei (Sundried Flounder)
むしがれい (Mushi-garei)
Also known as: Mushi-garei, Sundried flounder, Eopsetta grigorjewi, 蒸鰈, Mushi-karei
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | むしがれい |
| Common Japanese notations | むしがれい, 蒸鰈, ムシガレイ |
| Origin | Sundried flounder (Eopsetta grigorjewi); the steamed-and-dried form is the principal product; Wakasa Bay area heritage (Wakasa-mushigarei is established regional brand) |
| Typical functions | Premium foodservice — shioyaki and grilled specialty, Wakasa regional gift retail |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. Wakasa-mushigarei regional brand. Fish allergen recommended. |
Mushi-garei (むしがれい / 蒸鰈) — steamed-and-dried flounder — is a Wakasa Bay heritage product (Wakasa-mushigarei). Premium foodservice and regional gift retail.
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- Mushi-garei dried retail (Wakasa heritage)
What it is
Eopsetta grigorjewi flounder, steamed-and-dried.
Typical uses in Japanese products
Foodservice shioyaki/grilled.
Wakasa gift retail.
For OEM: regional dried retail OEM.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Wakasa regional brand. Fish allergen recommended.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty positioning. |
| China | Niche specialty positioning. |
| Korea | Niche specialty positioning. |
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References
- MEXT Standard Tables of Food Composition — むしがれい
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.