Inside Japan's still-thriving fisheries sector

The Japanese eat more fish per capita than any other developed country. Fish accounts for 23% of the protein in the daily Japanese diet, vs 4% in the US. To feed that habit, Japan has become the world’s largest importer of fish, buying $14.4 billion worth in 2008, according to the FAO. IntraFish looks into the industry, in a country where fishing lies at the heart of tradition and identity.

Inside Japan's still-thriving fisheries sector
Published 15 April 2014, 07:00Updated 15 April 2016, 21:39