10 bizarre foods that are considered delicacies in Japan

Also known as pufferfish, this poisonous fish must be prepared by a licensed chef to ensure that it is safe to eat.

This is raw horse meat that is thinly sliced and served with soy sauce and ginger.

This is the milt or sperm sacs of male fish, usually cod. It is often served raw or cooked in a variety of dishes.

Fermented soybeans that have a strong smell and sticky texture. It is often eaten for breakfast with rice.

These are grasshoppers that are skewered and grilled. They are often served as a snack with beer.

This is whale meat that is often served as sashimi or grilled. It is controversial due to whaling practices.

This is the edible part of sea urchins, which have a soft, creamy texture and a briny taste. It is often served on sushi.

This is a dish made from fermented seafood, usually squid or shrimp. It has a strong, salty taste and is often served with sake.

This is dried, fermented, and smoked skipjack tuna that is shaved into flakes and used as a seasoning in many dishes.

These are small balls of batter that are filled with diced octopus and other ingredients. They are often served as street food.

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