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Ohyō (Pacific Halibut)

おひょう (Ohyō)

Also known as: Ohyō, Pacific halibut, Hippoglossus stenolepis, オヒョウ, 大鮃

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At a glance

CategoryFood
Japanese labeling nameおひょう
Common Japanese notationsおひょう, オヒョウ, 大鮃
OriginPacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis); the largest flatfish, harvested in northern Pacific waters; significant Alaska, Canada imports
Typical functionsPremium foodservice fillet, Frozen fillet retail
Regulatory status in JapanStandard food labeling. Fish allergen recommended disclosure.

Ohyō (おひょう) is Pacific halibut, a premium flatfish for foodservice fillet applications. Most supply is North Pacific imported (Alaska, Canada).

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  • Frozen ohyo fillet retail

Ingredient profile

Hippoglossus stenolepis Pacific halibut.

OEM applications

Premium foodservice fillet.

For OEM: frozen fillet retail.

Regulatory classification in Japan

Standard food labeling. Fish allergen recommended.

Regulatory classification in other markets

EUEstablished global halibut trade.
USAMajor US Alaska halibut industry.
ChinaEstablished global trade.
KoreaEstablished trade.

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Quick answers

What is Ohyō (Pacific Halibut)?
Ohyō (おひょう) is Pacific halibut, a premium flatfish for foodservice fillet applications. Most supply is North Pacific imported (Alaska, Canada).
What is the regulatory status of Ohyō (Pacific Halibut) in Japan?
Standard food labeling. Fish allergen recommended disclosure.
What products typically use Ohyō (Pacific Halibut)?
Frozen ohyo fillet retail
Where does Ohyō (Pacific Halibut) come from?
Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis); the largest flatfish, harvested in northern Pacific waters; significant Alaska, Canada imports
What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Ohyō (Pacific Halibut)?
JSCI: おひょう

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References

  1. 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — おひょう

Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.

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