Meow!

According to good 'ole Wikipedia, sashimi means "pierced body", from the traditional method of harvesting sashimi grade fish, where the brain is pierced with a sharp spike to kill it instantly. This way the flesh contains minimal lactic acid from the fish dying slowly, which keeps it fresh for a longer time.

Oh, and salmon is not a part of traditional Japanese cuisine. Didn't know that.

I can't wait for tomorrow! *Shiver*