National Oct 26, 2020
North Korean boats have also been spotted in Japanese territorial waters, prompting a warning for fishermen.
National Oct 25, 2020
While the reduction of nutrient salts has led to a decrease of the occurrences of red tides, it has also had a negative impact on seaweed farming and fishing.
National Oct 24, 2020
Japan puts off decision to release treated Fukushima water into sea
Reports of a formal decision later this month to release the 1.2 million tons of treated water had triggered strong opposition from fishermen.
National Oct 21, 2020
North Korean government ship spotted in Japan's EEZ last month
It is not unheard of for North Korean government ships to make appearances in the area, sometimes threatening Japanese ships sent to intercept them.
National Oct 16, 2020
Fishing operators worry over plan to release Fukushima plant's water
As of September this year, the stored water totaled 1.23 million tons and continues to grow.
National | Regional voices: Chubu Oct 16, 2020
Aichi city invites and trains youth to become independent fishers
Gamagori in Aichi Prefecture is putting young people through a training program of up to three years to get them on the seas in their own vessels.
National Oct 9, 2020
Fishing industry chief opposes releasing Fukushima No. 1 water into sea
The Zengyoren chief and others are concerned about the impact on the reputation of Fukushima's farm and marine products.
National Oct 9, 2020
Japan's plan to raise Pacific bluefin tuna quota rejected again
An international panel rejected a Japan-proposed plan to increase catch quotas for Pacific bluefin tuna during an online conference on Thursday, the same outcome as at last year's meeting, the country's Fisheries Agency said. The United States argued that tuna stocks continue to be scarce ...
National Oct 7, 2020
Increasing harvests of such fish could drive prices lower, making the industry less profitable in the long run.
Food & Drink | Food Sustainability in Japan Sep 26, 2020
Japan’s chefs build on the growing market for sustainable seafood
by Melinda Joe
For advocacy group Chefs for the Blue, the long-term goal is to help fish populations return to levels of stability.
National Sep 26, 2020
Bluefin tuna, a prized fish for high-end sushi establishments, is cheaper than usual this year because of good hauls off Aomori Prefecture and other fishing areas, as well as the impact of the coronavirus crisis. Fishers in Aomori, known for its Oma bluefin tuna, are ...