科学｜讃岐うどん育ちのウニ誕生！ / Science | The Birth of Sea Urchin Raised on Sanuki Udon!

Summary

In Tadotsu, Kagawa Prefecture, a sea urchin called “Sanuki Udon Uni,” raised on udon, has been born.

This sea urchin has a pale flesh compared to those that eat seaweed and grows more quickly. This unique project aims to address environmental issues and food waste, and it is gaining attention as a new seafood delicacy.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: Chako, I saw some interesting news recently. Apparently, there are sea urchins that have been raised on udon.
Chako: Wow! I wonder what sea urchins that have eaten udon taste like?
Log: They might be different from regular sea urchins. I’ve heard their flesh is white and they grow quickly.
Navi: This method of raising sea urchins is believed to contribute to solving environmental issues and food waste compared to the traditional method of feeding them seaweed.
Chako: That’s amazing! So they’re environmentally friendly sea urchins!
Log: Yeah, Kagawa’s new initiative is definitely worth paying attention to.

Admin’s Note

“Sanuki Udon Uni,” which was born in Kagawa Prefecture, is not only delicious but also draws attention for its approach to environmental issues and food waste. This project, which connects food and the environment, is an innovative effort that utilizes local specialties, and I hope it spreads to other regions as well. The conversations between Chako and Log also convey a sense of intrigue. I’m looking forward to seeing how this develops in the future.