For breakfast, our host at Guesthouse Namaste recommended an unassuming, but extremely popular, sushi bar in Omicho market. With only a counter that seats approximately 9 people, it had a cosy and welcoming feel, with a friendly chatty owner.
Two different days, two varieties of kaisendon. Both at a bargain of 700 yen (breakfast only).
Given the excellent quality of the seafood here, it was not a difficult decision to splash out an equal amount for two pieces of abalone nigiri. It's not everyday you see this on the menu, and definitely a first for me. The texture is the key, according to the owner. Firm, not rubbery, with a slight bite and a mild savoury palate. Scrumptious.
"Where does all this fresh seafood come from?" you might ponder.
Well, the sea, obviously.
Kanazawa is indeed located by the sea, and as for those living in town centre, Omicho market offers a daily variety of fresh seafood and vegetables to feed the masses. Of particular note are crabs, which are a speciality in this region, a point worth remembering as they will make an appearance in a blog entry to come.
Ooo Yummy!
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Good to see you're doing well.
Ramana