Not for weak stomachs: live sashimi jumps from plate and shocks customers

Warning: Graphic

I’ve always enjoyed sushi, but after watching this video I must admit that my delight for eating raw fish has been put into question.

Japanese diners were recently enjoying a dish known as “Ikizukuri,” which is considered the freshest way of preparing sashimi, cut and served off the body of a live fish.

The internal organs of the fish are kept intact, ensuring the fish is still alive when served diced up and presented on a plate. The still-moving head of the fish is suppose to signify how fresh the sashimi is.

But when this particular fish began to twitch on the plate, the dinner guests watched in astonishment. And that’s not even the worst of it.

Suddenly, the fish flips its tail and jumps off of the plate, promptly scarring the bejesus out of the patrons.

No thanks. Nope, nope, nope.

But if you’re interested in learning more about the ikizukuri dish, watch the video below.