CLEAN : Whaling costs Japan taxpayers

The video discusses Japan's whaling industry, highlighting its economic struggles and reliance on government subsidies. It explains the role of bureaucrats in perpetuating myths about the necessity of whale meat. In contrast, the whale watching industry is thriving without subsidies. The video also covers the impact of government subsidies introduced after the 2011 earthquake.

What has been the primary financial support keeping the Japanese whaling industry operational?

• Revenue from whale meat sales

• Taxpayer subsidies

• Private investments

• International donations

Who is identified as a key supporter of the whaling industry within Japan?

• Environmental activists

• Bureaucrats in the fisheries agency

• Local fishermen

• International organizations

What myth has been propagated about the Japanese people's dependence on whale meat?

• It is a traditional medicine

• It is essential for economic growth

• It is a major export product

• It is crucial for cultural and nutritional reasons

What alternative industry is highlighted as a successful and profitable venture in Japan?

• Aquaculture

• Whale watching

• Commercial fishing

• Marine research

How much profit did the whale watching industry generate in Japan in 2008?

• $22 million

• $15 million

• $30 million

• $10 million