Japanese traders fish for Vietnam’s market
(VOV) - Businesses operating at Japan’s largest fish market are trying to boost exports to Vietnam – sensing demand for such fare as octopus, abalone and stonefish sold with the renowned Ishinomaki brand will be high.
Representatives from more than 20 Japanese businesses from the Ishinomaki Fisheries Association in Miyagi on April 23 met with domestic businesses in HCM City to seek local distributors.
Amakawa, a Ten Group representative, said some businesses from Ishinomaki previously have exported material seafood to Vietnam processing factories. However, during this visit, the Japanese businesses were introducing processed products.
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“We want to export Ishinomaki fish and seafood products to Vietnamese customers through a retail network,” said Amakawa.
Tomihiko Chiba, Hitakami Sensyoku Company director said Ishinomaki is called the city of fish because its fish and seafood industry has developed strongly.
Its businesses now stay active in seeking export markets, of which Vietnam is considered highly lucrative, Chiba said.