Part of the global Wwoof programme, the Sho Farm near Tokyo lets visitors get their hands dirty and learn all about organic ...

The measures include financially supporting affected oyster farmers and identifying the cause of the mass deaths.

In the 1980s and 1990s, many foreign workers came to Japan because the economy was strong and there were not enough Japanese ...

The plan includes loans to oyster farmers of up to ¥6 million with virtually no interest for the first five years, provided ...

The number of self-employed farmworkers in Japan tumbled 25.1 percent in 2025 from five years ago to 1.02 million, marking the largest-ever decline, government data showed, as the sector that is ...

The number of self-employed farmworkers in Japan plummeted 25.1% in 2025 compared to the last five years, reaching 1.02 ...

Japan’s famous akoya pearls have never been more in demand but, as seas warm and younger generations move to the city, the ...

Gently flipping through her grandfather’s scrapbook, Vilate Whittle proudly shared the life highlights of George A.

From Iowa City pastures to big city plates, Jiyū Wagyu is changing the way people think about beef. Discover your favorite ...

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel for a feature on the quality processes and dedication done by the Japanese Fishermen in ...

A three-day cycling journey through Akita’s countryside reveals local craftsmanship, soothing hot springs, traditional foods and songs, and the people keeping Japan’s rural culture alive.

In 2018 when the financing agreement was signed, the government of Japan through Jica extended a grant of $25m (later came down to $21.5m because of inflation) to build the scheme’s ...