Nishin Zushi(sushi)

A type of "Narezushi" made by mixing and fermenting ingredients such as herring, Japanese radish, carrot, fermentation starter, cooked rice and salt. It is treasured as a staple food in snowy regions as a supplement for the lack of animal protein during winter. Other fish like salmon and trout may be used instead of herring. It used to be an essential and dainty dish on the table for New Year's Day, and was always prepared before New Year in the old days.