Ikejime: Step-by-Step Guide to the Japanese Fish Killing Method for Better Taste

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How to Humanely Kill a Fish

The humane way to kill fish that makes it taste better & last longer

Ikejime may look easy when you watch it in a video, but it’s actually quite difficult to do in practice. This tool makes ikejime more accessible and easier to perform. It’s especially useful for destroying the fish’s brain, as it’s specifically designed for that purpose, allowing anyone to accurately hit the brain with ease. The key point is the angle of insertion. If you use it at the same angle shown in this video, you can destroy the brain very easily. | Masayuki Ishida

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