Fugu Deregulation

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Issue Date
2012-07-18Author
Hacker, Randi
Publisher
Center for East Asian Studies, University of Kansas
Type
Recording, oral
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Postcards from Asia;0263
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https://audioboom.com/posts/911169-0263-fugu-deregulation?playlist_direction=reversedMetadata
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Broadcast Transcript: Fugu is back in the news. Fugu, you might remember, is that poisonous blowfish that the Japanese have been playing a sort of culinary Russian roulette with for centuries. Fugu prep was an art form: aspiring chefs had to train with a fugu master for at least two years then take a costly fish prep exam in order to get a license. Which seems smart given that the poison found in fugu is so lethal that even a tiny bit can kill you and every year there are reports of people dying after preparing fugu at home. And yet, the Japanese government has decided to deregulate fugu chefs so more restaurants can offer this deadly delicacy. What does this mean for the thrill-seeking diner? Better carry your will with you whenever you dine out. #ceas #japan #hacker
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This is one of hundreds of 60-second radio spots created by the Center for East Asian Studies (CEAS) for Kansas Public Radio (KPR). The purpose of this outreach program is to introduce the people of Kansas to the culture and current issues of East Asia.
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