Caught off Oma Town in northern Japan, known for premier tuna, bluefin tuna is priced at 17,000 yen – 20,000 yen (US$107 – $126) per kilogram locally. In Vietnam, it can reach VND6 million ($230) per kilogram.

At this year’s first auction at Toyosu Fish Market, the top bid for a tuna reached $3.2 million for a 243-kilogram fish, CNN reported.

The ritual of carving a tuna is a common feature at events showcasing Japanese culinary culture. Many believe the practice brings good luck, prosperity, and peace.