Japanese mitten crab
A freshwater crab species native to Japan, known for its hairy claws.
Japanese mitten crabs are often seen in rivers.
Usually written in katakana; the kanji form 藻屑蟹 is rare.
Kanji spelling is uncommon; learners will most often encounter the katakana form.
The name モクズガニ (藻屑蟹) literally means 'seaweed debris crab', likely from its appearance or habitat.