False Labeling of Eels

I am surprised to see that this problem still exists, especially after all of the problems in the past with false labeling. In this story reported in The Japan Times, unagi eel was mislabeled as domestic even though it was imported from China.

Tainted Frozen Green Beans from China in Japan

There have been problems with poisoned frozen green beans in Japan. This article comes from The Japan Times.

Melamine Found in Chocolate from China

From The Japan Times.

Pocky Tainted with Melamine

Discard any Pocky sticks you may have as authorities in Hong Kong have found some to be tainted with melamine.

Tainted Rice Scandal

This scandal affects the shochu and osembei (rice crackers) industries.

Gyudon Scam - Companies Still Falsifying Expiration Dates

Japan has been plagued with food companies falsifying expiration dates on food. While the government has said it will take steps to prevent this practice, sadly it still is happening.

Article from The Japan Times.

Food Traceability Problems in Japan

Japan is still facing problems with traceability of food and the Japanese government is finally stepping in to manage this issue.