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Japanese group launches whale meat vending machines in attempt to restart demand for a dying food tradition

The trial has been so successful that the company has announced the opening of a further four sites in the month ahead, with plans to expand to 100 'whale stores' nationwide.

Vending machines are an institution in Japan, known for their creative flair. Now one company is using them to sell frozen whale meat.
Vending machines are an institution in Japan, known for their creative flair. Now one company is using them to sell frozen whale meat.Photo: Wikipedia Commons
Published 18 January 2023, 23:31Updated 19 January 2023, 09:03
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