A bluefin tuna was sold for over $1.3 million at an annual fish auction in Tokyo, with the winning bid going to seafood wholesaler Yamayuki and sushi chain operator Onodera Group. The auction is said to bring good fortune for the upcoming year.
Key Points
Bluefin tuna sold for $1.3 million at an auction in Tokyo.
Winning bid went to seafood wholesaler Yamayuki and sushi chain operator Onodera Group.
Tradition states that the first tuna of the year brings good fortune.
Pros
The auction tradition is believed to bring good fortune for the upcoming year.
Cons
The high prices of bluefin tuna can contribute to overfishing and endanger the species.