snow crab; queen crab
Refers to the species Chionoecetes opilio, a common edible crab in Japan. Often contrasted with 松葉蟹 (male snow crab).
See also: 松葉ガニ
When winter comes, it's the season for delicious snow crab.
This snow crab was caught in Hokkaido.
Obscure kanji spelling; not in common use.