KUMAMOTO OYSTERS - (Crassostrea sikamea)

Available: Year Round

Packed in 5 dz. and 10 dz. units - ~ 2"-3" in length

This small, deeply cupped oyster is named for its bay where they originated on the Japanese island Kyushu, although they are grown in Humboldt Bay, in northern California. Even though they require several years to grow to size, their salty, sweet flavor makes up for what they lack in size. True Kumamotos are somewhat rare in the every day oyster bar due to their popularity and difficulty to grow, but they are very well worth the efforts. Their size and great flavor make them a favorite for beginning oyster eaters.