Synopsis

Japan, an archipelago extending for thousands of miles, is often called "a country surrounded by the sea." It is perhaps unsurprising, then, that the nation boasts a fishing tradition deeply rooted in centuries, if not millennia, of development. Japan has long been a global leader in methods of preserving freshness and in diverse seafood cuisine. This edition of Japanology Plus explores how Japan harvests its oceans, with a particular focus on its coastal waters. Joining us as our expert guest i