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Food makers turn to plant-based alternatives as seafood prices rise
A Hyogo Prefecture company launched a plant-based octopus substitute after Akashi brand octopus prices skyrocketed; culinary tradition meets grocery store economics.
On air: Gloria Vance and Vera Bullock on BBN OvernightPublished
At a glance
- First reported by The Japan Times: “Food makers turn to plant-based alternatives as seafood prices rise”.
- Covered on BBN on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 1:48 AM ET on BBN Overnight, by Gloria Vance and Vera Bullock.
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Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe Japan Times reports: Food makers turn to plant-based alternatives as seafood prices rise.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorOne company in Hyogo Prefecture began offering a plant-based product to substitute Akashi brand octopus after prices for it skyrocketed.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorWe will keep an eye on that one.
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