Japanese seabream,
Pagrus major, is a fish species in the
Sparidae family. In
Japan,
Pagrus major is known as
madai (, or "genuine tai") and is prized both for its flavor and for its traditional use as an auspicious food, often served at New Year's and at festive occasions such as weddings. In
Korea, it is known as
Ch'amdom (참돔). Pagrus major is also the most commonly eaten fish in
Taiwan. This fish is grilled over charcoal or wood fire in
Spain and known as
besugo.