New Media 'NoBorder' Releases Latest Episode #42: Japan, a Vulnerable Nation with 38% Food Self-Sufficiency, Faces Starvation Risk for 72 Million in Case of Emergency

NoBorder Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yuji Mizoguchi), which operates the new media 'NoBorder' that tackles terrestrial broadcast taboos, announces the release of its latest episode, "#42: 72 Million Starving in Just 2 Years!? - Japan's Fatal Weakness as a 'Dependency Nation' When Food Stops." The episode was released today at 21:00.

NoBorder has consistently approached the 'outline of truth' through themes that Japanese society has long suppressed, including politics, security, economics, and historical perceptions. In the latest episode, NoBorder #42, starting from the low food self-sufficiency rate in Japan, it examines whether the nation's preparations to protect its food and lives in times of emergency are truly functional.

Japan's food self-sufficiency rate is 38 percent. With the exception of some items like rice, Japan heavily relies on imports for a wide range of products, including wheat, soybeans, sugar, and even animal feed. The program addresses the sense of crisis that a significant portion of the Japanese population could face a severe food shortage if imports were to cease, and discusses the theme of "Is increasing food self-sufficiency necessary or not?"

#42: "72 Million Starving in Just 2 Years!? - Japan's Fatal Weakness as a 'Dependency Nation' When Food Stops"

https://youtu.be/VLWfBWeWVTM

Highlights of the Latest Episode

1. Why Question 'Food Self-Sufficiency' Now?

Amidst global instability, we have entered an era where external factors like pandemics, conflicts, climate change, and financial crises significantly impact national food supplies. The program discussed the potential impact on Japan's food supply and domestic agriculture in scenarios such as a Taiwan contingency, blockade of sea lanes, or suspension of fertilizer exports from China.

2. Key Points Regarding Japan's Food and Security

The following points were raised during the program:

・Can Japan's food supply be maintained in the event of a Taiwan contingency or sea lane blockade?

・Does Japan's unique 'calorie-based self-sufficiency rate' accurately reflect the reality?

・To what extent can Japanese agriculture be self-reliant when including fertilizers, feed, and seeds?

・Should food security aim for ideal self-sufficiency, or should it be considered within a realistic framework of dependency?

The discussion featured arguments from the pro-self-sufficiency side stating, "Food is the greatest security, and dependence on other nations is extremely perilous." Conversely, counterarguments were presented, such as, "Complete self-sufficiency, including fertilizers and feed, is unrealistic, and the current self-sufficiency indicators themselves are problematic." This episode sharply contrasts the ideal of self-reliance with the reality of dependency.

　

3. Diverse Cast and Guest MC

This episode brought together experts in agricultural policy, international journalists, and commentators who investigate the hidden aspects of society.

Joining our regular participants, including Takushi Okuno (Representative of Gobo no To party), Fifī (Talent), Masakazu Ito (Professor Emeritus at Kyushu University), Masanori Takeshita (Professor at Takushoku University), Mika Tsutsumi (International Journalist), and Yu Yamada (Agricultural Journalist), they engaged in a thorough discussion on Japan's food and security issues.

The guest MC was Kazuhiro Haraguchi, who served as the Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications during the Democratic Party of Japan administration and is currently the co-representative of Genzei Nippon and the Patriotic Coalition. Mr. Haraguchi, advocating that "food self-sufficiency is the greatest security," led the discussion with his practical insights as a politician and sharp problem awareness.

【Participant Information】

Guest MC:

Kazuhiro Haraguchi (Co-Representative, Genzei Nippon / Patriotic Coalition)

Participants:

Masakazu Ito (Professor Emeritus, Kyushu University)

Takushi Okuno (Representative, Gobo no To party)

Masanori Takeshita (Professor, Takushoku University)

Mika Tsutsumi (International Journalist)

Fifī (Talent)

Yu Yamada (Agricultural Journalist)

Viewer Participation Project (Survey)

Following the episode's release, NoBorder will conduct a viewer survey on its official X account. This provides viewers with a platform to think and express their opinions, so please participate.

NoBorder Official X: https://x.com/NoBorder_info

Introducing the NoBorder Official App

NoBorder has launched its official app. Through the official app, you can enjoy behind-the-scenes content and in-depth material such as:

● Off-shot photos of participants
● Unreleased cuts and exclusive footage

● After-talks following episode releases
● Special release of deleted past episodes

We aim to provide a more immersive experience of the NoBorder world alongside the main program.

■How to Access the App

The NoBorder official app can be accessed via the official LINE account. First, please add the NoBorder official LINE account as a friend, and then follow the instructions within LINE to access the official app.

▼ NoBorder Official LINE
https://lin.ee/rUR8U3T?openExternalBrowser=1

What is 'NoBorder', the New Media Tackling Terrestrial Broadcast Taboos?

'NoBorder' is a new media outlet, founded by serial entrepreneur Yuji Mizoguchi, that risks everything to approach the 'outline of truth.' It tackles themes difficult for traditional media to cover, inviting commentators with diverse perspectives and expertise to engage in multifaceted discussions, rather than predetermined conclusions.

Fake OR Fact——

You draw the BORDER yourself.

◾️Distribution Information

Program Name: NoBorder

Episode: #42

Title: "72 Million Starving in Just 2 Years!? - Japan's Fatal Weakness as a 'Dependency Nation' When Food Stops"

Release Date/Time: Every Saturday at 21:00

Distribution Platform: YouTube

Viewing Method: Free to watch

Viewing URL: https://youtu.be/VLWfBWeWVTM

■Homepage/Official Social Media

Official X: https://x.com/NoBorder_info

Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noborder_jp/

Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBorder_jp

Official TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@noborder_jp?_t=ZS-8xr4GPnWz0Z&_r=1

【About NoBorder Inc.】

Company Name: NoBorder Inc.

Representative Director: Yuji Mizoguchi

Business Activities: Planning, production, and distribution of journalistic media

Contact: info@no-border.jp