Lingaku- draining blood from a live fish (from above the gills and at the base of the tail) to keep it freshonly applies to いきじめsee also 活け締め【いけじめ】
- fasting fish for several days to preserve flavour and quality (and reduce mortality during transport)esp. いきしめsee also 活け締め【いけじめ】
- killing fish in a fishtank (immediately before cooking); fish killed in a fishtankesp. いきしめsee also 活け締め【いけじめ】
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Generated: This meaning refers to a method used in preparing fish for consumption, ensuring the fish remains as fresh as possible by removing blood.
Generated: In this context, the term refers to a technique used before transportation where fish are kept without food for a few days to enhance their flavor and ensure they survive the journey.
Generated: This meaning indicates the method of killing fish right before they are cooked, often done in a controlled environment like a fish tank, ensuring freshness.