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Suzuki (Japanese Sea Bass)

すずき (Suzuki)

Also known as: Suzuki, Japanese sea bass, Lateolabrax japonicus, 鱸

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At a glance

CategoryFood
Japanese labeling nameすずき
Common Japanese notationsすずき, 鱸, スズキ, シーバス
OriginJapanese sea bass (Lateolabrax japonicus); coastal waters; summer season peak
Typical functionsSashimi and arai (cold-water-shocked sashimi), Premium foodservice
Regulatory status in JapanStandard food labeling. Fish allergen recommended.

Suzuki (すずき / 鱸) is Japanese sea bass, premium summer foodservice fish for sashimi and arai (cold-shocked) preparations.

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  • Fresh whole suzuki (foodservice)

Ingredient profile

Lateolabrax japonicus Japanese sea bass.

OEM applications

Sashimi, arai, foodservice.

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Regulatory classification in Japan

Standard food labeling. Fish allergen recommended.

Regulatory classification in other markets

EUEstablished global sea bass trade (different species).
USANiche Japanese-cuisine specialty.
ChinaEstablished trade.
KoreaEstablished Korean nongeo culture.

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Quick answers

What is Suzuki (Japanese Sea Bass)?
Suzuki (すずき / 鱸) is Japanese sea bass, premium summer foodservice fish for sashimi and arai (cold-shocked) preparations.
What is the regulatory status of Suzuki (Japanese Sea Bass) in Japan?
Standard food labeling. Fish allergen recommended.
What products typically use Suzuki (Japanese Sea Bass)?
Fresh whole suzuki (foodservice)
Where does Suzuki (Japanese Sea Bass) come from?
Japanese sea bass (Lateolabrax japonicus); coastal waters; summer season peak
What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Suzuki (Japanese Sea Bass)?
JSCI: すずき

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References

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

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

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