Confused by all the different kinds of fish in Japan? I have learned to recognize fish by studying their facial expressions as they lay on my plate. It also helps to know which fish are served in which seasons.
Why certain fish are only available in certain seasons is a wonder. As far as I know, fish are home year-round and don't take vacations. Thus they could be caught anytime. But since fisherman have a schedule, knowing this schedule will help you classify fish.
Here is a guide to some of the most common, and the most angry, fish in Japan.