Tottori Prefecture's Natural Rock Oysters 'Natsuki' - First Shipment of the Season Starts June 1st: 'If the Knife Goes In, You Win!'

The taste of the sea representing Tottori's summer, Tottori Prefecture's natural rock oysters 'Natsuki,' began their seasonal shipment on Monday, June 1st. Natural rock oysters 'Natsuki,' harvested and sold within Tottori Prefecture from June to August, are well-filled and characterized by a rich, creamy flavor, and are loved as a seasonal delicacy representing Tottori in summer. Among 'Natsuki,' only high-quality ones with a flat shape and a shell length of 13cm or more are shipped with a brand label. Natural rock oysters grown in Tottori's rich sea are characterized by their rich umami and large, satisfying meat. In particular, 'Natsuki' with the brand label are recognized as meeting certain standards for shape and size, and have become one of the seafood brands that symbolize Tottori in summer. In addition, Tottori Prefecture has released a 'How to Shuck Rock Oysters' video to help people enjoy the exquisite natural rock oysters 'Natsuki' caught by free diving. It is a serious yet surreal video that reflects the Tottori local character, full of points to comment on.