“Tuna King Sets Record with ¥510.3 Million Bluefin Auction Bid”
A recent fish auction in Tokyo has made headlines as Kiyoshi Kimura, dubbed the “Tuna King,” secured a giant bluefin tuna for a historic price.
Tuna King Sets Record with ¥510.3 Million Bluefin Auction Bid
On Monday, Kimura’s sushi restaurant chain, Sushizanmai, bid an astonishing ¥510.3 million (approximately $3.2 million) for a 243-kilogram bluefin tuna. This sale took place during the renowned annual New Year auction at Tokyo’s main fish market.
Significance of the Auction
This purchase set a new record, surpassing all previous bids for bluefin tuna. The auction is a significant event in Japan’s seafood industry, drawing attention from around the world.
Improvements in Bluefin Tuna Stocks
- Dave Gershman from the Pew Charitable Trusts highlighted the auction’s backdrop.
- Gershman noted that stocks of Pacific bluefin tuna are showing signs of recovery.
- This recovery follows a period when stocks were nearly at risk of collapse.
The Japanese fishing industry is hopeful that with ongoing management and sustainable practices, bluefin tuna populations will continue to improve.
Kimura, known for his commitment to high-quality sushi, has once again proven his dedication to premium seafood. His purchase at the auction not only celebrates culinary culture but also shines a light on the state of fisheries today.
