Imports of Japanese seafood increase in South Korea

Published 2024년 8월 23일

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Since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, there was a belief in South Korea, referred to as the 'Cesium Black Sea Bass' ghost story, that Japanese seafood was contaminated and not safe to consume. However, reports have shown a significant increase in Japanese seafood imports to Korea, with a 13.2% rise to 18,106 tons in the first half of this year, marking the highest level in seven years. This increase is attributed to the price competitiveness of Japanese seafood and the short-lived impact of the 'cesium sea bass' rumor. Despite concerns, sales at the three major markets were higher than average from August of the previous year to February of this year, except for January. However, it is stressed that continuous and thorough inspections of seawater and imported fish are necessary to build public trust.

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The 'Cesium Black Sea Bass' Ghost Story Has Disappeared… Imports of Japanese Seafood Increase [Anchor] It has been investigated that the volume of Japanese seafood imports to Korea has increased since the discharge of contaminated water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant in August of last year. The analysis is that the price competitiveness of Japanese seafood has increased due to the Super Angel, and the impact of the related ghost story did not last long. This is reporter Kim Dong-wook. [Reporter] Noryangjin Fish Market in Seoul. In addition to domestic fish species, Japanese fish such as rock bream and black sea bream are also visible in the aquarium. The electronic display board in the center of the market shows that all seafood radioactivity tests have been passed, and customers select and purchase a variety of fresh seafood as if nothing had happened. "At that time, I was worried and bought a lot of them and stored them in the freezer, ...

Source: Yonhapnewstv