High-quality farmed fish cultivated through the bounty of the open ocean and advanced aquaculture expertise
Founded in 1974, Hidecho Aquaculture Farm is a long-established producer that leverages the pristine open-ocean environment off the coast of Ehime Prefecture. The farm raises a diverse range of species, including red sea bream, yellowtail (hamachi), flounder, sea bass, mackerel, horse mackerel, and striped jack.
Commitment to Cultivation Environment
At Hidecho Aquaculture Farm, fish are raised in open-ocean locations with strong tidal flow, creating a healthy, low-stress growing environment.
All farming facilities are robustly engineered to withstand the harsh offshore conditions, and daily feeding and management are conducted using large-scale feed vessels.
Particular attention is given to feed quality. Fish are fed a high-specification EP (extruded pellet) diet formulated for high fat content (25–30%), blended with fresh fish. By providing generous yet carefully controlled feeding that does not stress the fish, Hidecho produces premium-quality fish with rich fat distribution and excellent flesh texture.
For the U.S. market, the farm is also able to supply yellowtail grown to over 6 kg, allowing for fillets of 2 kg or more per side.
Quality Management and Freezing Technology
Prior to shipment, all fish undergo meticulous ikejime and blood removal procedures. Body temperature is rapidly reduced, followed by a proprietary discoloration-suppression process that stabilizes freshness while preserving the natural beauty of the flesh.
After resting overnight to assess flesh condition, the fish are filleted and moved into the freezing process once quality has fully stabilized.
Freezing is performed using a contact freezing system that combines air-blast freezing with heat-exchange plates. This method lowers the core temperature in approximately 45 minutes, significantly reducing drip loss and ensuring superior frozen quality.
Packaging and Sanitation Measures
Packaging utilizes thick, low-oxygen-permeability film to maintain vacuum integrity over extended storage periods. Moisture-absorbing paper is incorporated into the wrapping to capture drip and prevent pinholes.
The risk of anisakis is extremely low, and the freezing process ensures full compliance with export hygiene standards, providing customers with a consistently safe and sanitary product.
A Genuine Product That Appeals to the Palate
Yellowtail (Hamachi)
Highly regarded for its exquisite balance of delicate texture and rich umami, Hidecho’s hamachi offers a refined yet satisfying eating experience.
The moderately fatty flesh delivers elegant sweetness and deep savory notes, revealing its appeal with every bite. Its melt-in-the-mouth tenderness makes it ideal for sashimi, while grilling or teriyaki preparation brings out a bold, full-bodied richness.
Whether served raw or cooked, it consistently delivers a sense of luxury and premium quality.
We invite you to share the appeal of hamachi—one of Japan’s most celebrated seafood treasures—with your valued customers.
Red Sea Bream (Madai)
Renowned for its refined sweetness and clean umami, red sea bream offers a clear, elegant flavor profile that has earned widespread acclaim.
Its moist flesh provides gentle firmness, releasing subtle layers of umami as it is chewed. When enjoyed as sashimi, its purity and smooth texture shine; when grilled or steamed, aromatic depth and savory richness emerge in harmony.
Maintaining its dignified flavor across all cooking methods, red sea bream demonstrates its versatility and enduring value in a wide range of dishes.
We sincerely hope your customers will experience the appeal of this premium fish—an enduring symbol of Japanese culinary culture.
