noun
salted sea cucumber entrails
A traditional Japanese delicacy (chinmi) made by salting the intestines of sea cucumber. Often served as a side dish with sake.
See also: 海鼠 (こ)
このわたは日本酒によく合う珍味です。
Konowata is a delicacy that goes well with sake.
料亭でこのわたを初めて食べた。
I tried konowata for the first time at a traditional Japanese restaurant.