soused (vinegared) mackerel
deadline; closing; cofferdam; closed (door, window, etc.)
conclusion; end; completion; summing up; supervision
yakishime chinaware; high-fired unglazed ceramics
parfait eaten at the end of a meal
pressure; clamping; tightening; fastening
shime-waza (judo stranglehold)
shutout; shutting out; lock-out; freeze-out
decorative string used to hold a kimono sash in place
clamp; clasp; fastener; binding
fasting fish for several days to preserve flavour and quality (and reduce mortality during transport); killing fish in a fishtank (immediately before cooking); fish killed in a fishtank
adjustable strap; bracer; lacing
water-binding; compaction by watering; hydraulic filling; hydraulic tilling
bisque firing; bisque (pottery)