TOKYO -- The cost of crab meat has dropped dramatically in Japan, where it is considered to be a winter delicacy, due to a surge in Russian imports that have been shut out from other markets due to sanctions.
Fisheries
Crab meat prices drop in Japan as Russian imports flood market
Seafood being diverted to Asian markets after U.S. imposes ban
The wholesale price of crab in Japan has fallen by as much as half since last year. (Photo obtained by Nikkei)
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