Food

'Spring Delicacy' Firefly Squid Fishery in Full Swing

HYOGO, Mar 12 (News On Japan) - The firefly squid fishery is at its peak in Shinonsen, Hyogo Prefecture, as the small bioluminescent squid, a seasonal delicacy of the Sea of Japan, is being hauled in.

Before dawn, firefly squid are brought ashore in Styrofoam containers at Hamasaka Port, one of Japan’s leading squid fishing hubs. Known as the 'jewel of the sea' for their blue-white glow when sensing danger, the firefly squid caught in Hyogo measure about five centimeters in length and are prized for their firm, springy texture.

Once landed, the squid are immediately auctioned, then boiled at nearby processing plants before being shipped mainly to the Kansai region, including Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe. The firefly squid fishing season is expected to continue until late May.

Source: YOMIURI

Japan's Academics Demand Independence

Scholars affiliated with the Science Council of Japan formed a symbolic human chain in front of the National Diet building on May 8th, calling for revisions to the government’s proposed reform bill targeting the council’s structure, as deliberations enter their final phase in the Diet.

Inside Japan’s Failing Sewers

Across Japan, road collapses have been occurring with increasing frequency, often blamed on aging infrastructure. In one recent incident in Ashioshi, Saitama Prefecture, a truck was swallowed by a gaping sinkhole.

Two Men Arrested for Breaking Into Tokyo School

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Cherry Blossoms Reach Final Stage, Six Days Earlier Than Average

Cherry blossoms have begun to bloom in Wakkanai and Kushiro, marking the near completion of Japan's cherry blossom front for 2025.

Lack of Sleep After Golden Week May Signal Sleep Disorder, Experts Warn

As many in Japan returned to work or school on May 7th following the Golden Week holiday, a growing number are reporting post-holiday fatigue and sleep deprivation—conditions that experts warn may point to deeper sleep-related issues.

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