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Japan registers its tea under protection system to curb imitation products

File photo shows green tea being poured in cups. (Photo: Kyodo)

KYODO — Japan's farm ministry said Friday it has newly registered three products, including "Japanese tea," under its geographical indication (GI) protection system aimed at safeguarding brands of agricultural and fishery products as imitations spread overseas.

Once registered, products can be sold with a GI mark, and the government will crack down on false labelling and other violations.

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