As of today, out of season, returns ~March. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Sakura shrimp (sakura ebi) are tiny, translucent pink shrimp primarily fished from Japan's Suruga Bay - the deepest bay in Japan.
Named for their cherry blossom color, these 4-5cm crustaceans rise from depths of 200-300m at night to feed near the surface.
The Yui-Kanbara fishing cooperative holds exclusive rights to commercial fishing, making this the world's primary source for these prized crustaceans.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Yui Fishing Port (由比漁港) — Access Pier & Breakwater |
| Oigawa Fishing Port (大井川港) — Sakura Shrimp Operations Anchor |
| + 4 more spots, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
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