Corn Chigiri-age — Sweet & Savory Hand-Torn Fish Cakes

Corn Chigiri-age — Sweet & Savory Hand-Torn Fish Cakes

Light, comforting, and quietly addictive for everyday meals.

Chigiri-age is a traditional style of fish cake made by hand-tearing seasoned fish paste before frying.

This version mixes in sweet corn, giving each piece a gentle sweetness, a soft interior, and a lightly caramelized surface once warmed.


The soy-based sweet–savory glaze makes it quietly addictive —
the kind of flavor you end up craving on an ordinary day.

We chose this because it naturally fits into daily meals, offering comfort without heaviness.

Taste Profile — Soft, Light, and Sweet–Savory in Just the Right Way

• Light, fluffy interior
  Air is incorporated into the fish paste, then shaped by hand.
  The result is a tender, almost melting texture.
  
  
• Natural sweetness from corn
  Every bite brings a mild, pleasant sweetness that pairs beautifully with the sweet–savory seasoning.
  
  
• A lightly crisp, fragrant surface
  Warming it brings out a gentle aroma and satisfying bite, even in its small size.
  
  
• Daily-friendly sweet–savory flavor
  Never too strong, never too salty — simply easy to enjoy.
  Great with rice, and just as good as a quick snack with drinks.

A Gentle Flavor You Can Enjoy Often

• Protein from quality fish paste
• Natural sweetness from corn
• Mild seasoning that isn’t overpowering

• A clean aftertaste without heavy oiliness

Designed for easy, everyday enjoyment.

Everyday Cooking — A Reliable Side Dish, Ready in Minutes

1. Toaster (recommended)
   3–4 minutes for a crisp outside and soft inside.
   
   
2. Microwave
   20–30 seconds for a quick, fluffy finish.
   
   
3. Lunchbox-friendly size
   Tastes good even when cool; easy to pack.
   
   
4. Adds depth to simple dishes
   

• Udon or soba toppings
• Stir-fried with vegetables
• In oden or hotpot
• Added to salads for a sweet–savory note

A small piece that quietly completes a meal.

Soft warmth, gentle sweetness, and an easy, addictive glaze —
good with rice, and surprisingly perfect with a drink on the side :)

- Fukushima Joban Fish Market - 

This product is featured as part of a special event showcasing Joban-mono—the fresh seafood and marine specialties from the Fukushima coast.

Renowned for their firm texture and clean, rich flavor, Joban-mono fish are highly regarded in Japan, with 99% of former Tsukiji Market professionals acknowledging their superior quality.

The event includes family-friendly activities, tasting booths, and learning corners that introduce visitors to Fukushima’s marine culture, environmental efforts, and SDG initiatives—all while enjoying the region’s seafood.

It also serves an important role in supporting Fukushima’s ongoing recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, helping local producers reach new markets and overcome long-standing reputational challenges.

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