Sasebo's Morning Market, famous for its fresh fish and produce, holds its "Zenzai Party" every year on January 10th. In addition to the Zenzai (sweet Azuki red-bean soup) which is prepared on a large pot and served starting at 6 in the morning, a sale of specially priced seasonal fish such as Red snapper, Hamachi (Japanese Amberjack), Kujukushima Oysters etc. also takes place.