Turnip Sushi and Pickled Sardines: Fermented Delicacies of Kaga and Noto

A snow-covered Kanazawa town.

Kabura-zushi.

Slices of yellowtail are quickly wedged between pieces of pickled turnip.

These are then packed in kōji with carrots scattered throughout.

Konka-iwashi is eaten lightly broiled together with the rice bran in its mixture.

Sardines and rice bran are tidily packed together in a tub.