Farming, fishing, livestock and forestry in Japan.
Japan's beloved ikura (salmon roe) reaches record-breaking prices due to severe salmon shortages. Discover how climate change and declining catches in Hokkaido are transforming sushi restaurants and Japanese dining tables, and what this means for the future of Japanese cuisine.
Japanese aquaculture breakthrough enables female eel production through patented technology. "Enman" offers richer flavor and texture, emerging as a premium delicacy. Explore how Japan is revolutionizing traditional eel farming.
The worldwide matcha craze is causing Japanese tea prices to soar. Discover why matcha became a global phenomenon, how it affects Japanese tea farmers and consumers, and what Japanese people really think about this trend.
At Toyosu Market's 2026 New Year auction, a 243kg Oma bluefin tuna sold for a record ¥510.3 million ($3.2M). Learn why Japan's "ichiban maguro" tradition commands such astronomical prices and what it means for fishermen, businesses, and Japanese food culture.