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Kawahagi Sushi: The White Fish Transformed by Its Liver

September 19, 2026 by Hiro
Kawahagi nigiri with thinly sliced white fish and green onion at a sushi counter

Kawahagi pairs firm, delicate white flesh with a rich liver prized in autumn and winter. A sushi chef explains the preparation—and the mistake that changed his work.

Categories Sushi Tags Filefish, Japanese Seafood, Kawahagi, Nigiri, Sushi

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