Can Scotland sell its mackerel to Japan?

Can Scotland sell its mackerel to Japan?

In the last four years, Scottish mackerel imports to Japan have risen sharply from 2% of the total market to 20%.

Scottish mackerel makes its mark in Japanese market

Seafood Scotland was among the industry leaders seeking to further strengthen ties with Japan on a trade mission to Osaka and Tokyo this week, alongside Scotland’s Minister for Business, Richard Lochhead MSP. Led by Scottish Enterprise’s international team, the trade mission to Osaka and Tokyo included a visit to Japan’s largest supermarket chain, Aeon, to launch a new campaign which will see the chain promote Scottish mackerel to consumers. The…