Indo-Pacific. A Red Sea immigrant into the Mediterranean reported from Haifa Bay. A record of this species from northwestern Australia is unfounded.
Nemipterus japonicus, commonly known as the Japanese threadfin bream, is a marine fish native to the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The species now also occurs in the Mediterranean, having invaded as a Lessepsian migrant through the Suez Canal. It is consumed by humans as an ingredient of crab sticks.
1. Fresh Product
🔹 Whole Round – Iced, 200g–800g sizes
🔹 H&G (Headless & Gutted) – Ready for steaming or frying
🔹 Filleted – Skin-on/boneless, sashimi-grade options
2. Frozen Product
🔹 IQF Whole – Individually quick-frozen, minimal glaze
🔹 IQF Fillets – Portioned for food service
🔹 Vacuum-Packed – Premium presentation, extended shelf life
3. Value-Added Options
🔹 Marinated – Japanese (teriyaki), Thai (lemongrass), or Chinese (ginger-scallion)
🔹 Pre-Scored – Ready for stuffing or grilling
🔹 Small: 200–400g (ideal for whole steaming)
🔹 Medium: 400–600g (restaurant preferred)
🔹 Large: 600–800g (banquets, fillet production)
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🔹 Retail & Supermarkets – Consumer-ready packaging
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