https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geographical_indication https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geographical_indications_and_t...
These things usually get codified in trade agreements. It seems that Japan hasn't been particularly concerned about protecting Kobe beef internationally, likely because there are so few exports simply due to production limits.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geographical_indication https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geographical_indications_and_t...
These things usually get codified in trade agreements. It seems that Japan hasn't been particularly concerned about protecting Kobe beef internationally, likely because there are so few exports simply due to production limits.