ワラサ

noun

middle-sized Japanese amberjack

Refers to a young yellowtail (Seriola quinqueradiata) of intermediate size, typically around 40–60 cm. In the Kantō region, this name is used for fish at this growth stage, distinct from smaller 'hamachi' and larger 'buri'. Primarily a culinary and fishing term.

See also: ブリ

• この時じ期きのワラサは脂あぶらがのっていて美味おいしい。

  Warasa at this time of year are fatty and delicious.

• 釣つり船ぶねでワラサを狙ねらう。

  I target warasa on a fishing boat.