ヤマメ
ヤ
マ
メ
Meanings
1
landlocked masu salmon
usually written using kana alone
A freshwater salmonid native to Japan, often found in mountain streams. The scientific name is Oncorhynchus masou masou.
See also: サクラマス
Yamame are a popular target for mountain stream fishing.
Salt-grilled yamame is a local specialty on this river.