Is Japan Facing Food Insecurity? – A Closer Look at Self-Sufficiency
In a country celebrated for its food culture, “Food Insecurity in Japan” reveals a fragile truth: only 38% of calories are homegrown. Shrinking farms, aging farmers, and changing diets have deepened dependence on imports, raising urgent questions about sustainability, resilience, and the future of Japan’s table.
Source: https://www.maff.go.jp, https://www.mof.go.jp
