This is the freshest piece of ika I've ever eaten. Like this is certainly not your average chewy piece of rubber. The ika had the most beautiful pearly white sheen and was nestled atop of perfectly seasoned rice. It was slightly crunchy and firm, the freshest, most perfect texture I've ever put in my mouth.

The cherry on the cake was that tiny dash of sesame seeds on top for that slightly nutty flavor, which went perfectly with the ika's mild, sweet flavor. And of course that perfectly portioned smear of wasabi under the ika.