Freshwater Fish
- Carp (Koi) - Most common, various colors, some ornamental some food
- Trout, Salmon - River fish, migrate seasonally
- Eel (Unagi) - Delicacy, grilled with sauce
- Catfish - Ironically named, bottom feeders, good eating
- Loach, Minnows - Small fish, used in soups and stews