Roasted sea bream production peaks in central Japan's Mie Prefecture

Workers are busy making roasted red sea bream in central Japan's Mie Prefecture. Sea bream are a symbol of good fortune in Japan. People offer them as year-end gifts and they're eaten during the New Year holidays. Mie Prefecture's Owase City is known for its thriving fishing industry.

The fish processing firm noted that this year's sea bream are fatty and well-shaped, with vibrant color. Its president, Ogawa Yasunari, said the roasted sea bream prepared this year turned out delicious. He added that he wants people to enjoy them during the New Year holidays.