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Upcoming Crab Festival at Kuradashi

As the end of the year approaches, many families in Japan are looking to elevate their festive meals. Responding to the demand for affordable seafood, Kuradashi, a social good market, is set to hold its highly anticipated Crab Festival from December 16 to 18, 2025.

The Occasion: What's in Store

Kuradashi will offer exclusive coupons that provide a ¥2,000 discount on select crab products for the first 1,000 customers. This event aims to counteract rising prices in the seafood market and introduces a variety of ‘slightly imperfect’ snow crabs that are otherwise difficult to sell in standard grocery stores due to their size irregularities or minor blemishes. Despite these aesthetic issues, the quality and taste of the crabs remain exceptional.

Why This Initiative?

The recent unlocking of snow crab fishing rights in November 2025 saw an increase in the catch volume, doubling the amount compared to last year. Yet, this decrease in initial pricing has not resonated with consumer prices in supermarkets or restaurants, leading many to feel that seafood prices have not decreased as advertised. High costs for imported crab from countries like Russia and Canada persist due to currency fluctuations and rising global demand, compounding the issue.

Details of the Crab Festival

During this special three-day event, Kuradashi intends to provide customers with high-quality crab at a fraction of the market price. The crabs featured in the festival include:

• - Kuradashi Original Cut Boiled Maruzuwai Crab (1kg)

This premium product is dense with flavor and texture, often praised for being more delicious than regular snow crab. Offered at a campaign price of ¥3,980 (normal price ¥5,980), it’s a delightful treat for the home table, especially during the New Year's celebrations.

• - Kuradashi Original Raw Cut Snow Crab (700g)

Offering melt-in-your-mouth sweetness, this product is pre-cut to eliminate the hassle of shelling. It comes beautifully packaged, perfect for gifting and indulging without worry. Special sale price starts at ¥2,980 (regular price ¥6,426), up to 58% off.

• - Kuradashi Original Imperfect Raw Snow Crab Stick (500g)

Enjoy the rich flavors and tender textures of this pre-shelled crab. With each stick individually frozen, you can enjoy as much or as little as you desire, minimizing waste and promoting sustainability. Prices start at ¥3,980 (normal price ¥5,980).

Future Goals

Through this festival, Kuradashi aims not only to provide affordable luxury but also to tackle food waste by reintroducing these ‘misfit’ products into the market. This initiative reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to reduce food waste and promote a sustainable food cycle.

About Kuradashi

Founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Kuradashi stands at the forefront of combining commerce with social good. Their mission extends beyond profit; a part of their proceeds supports environmental protection and disaster relief efforts. They have successfully redirected over 30,000 tons of food waste over the years, showcasing their contribution to both the economy and the environment.

For more information about the Crab Festival and Kuradashi’s ongoing initiatives, visit Kuradashi's official website.

Let’s make our festive dining meaningful and delicious with Kuradashi’s special offerings this December!