Okinawa’s seaweed at a crossroads as harvesters and scientists race to save a fading tradition
As sea temperatures rise, the prefecture's ubiquitous mozuku is under threat.

As sea temperatures rise, the prefecture's ubiquitous mozuku is under threat.

As sea temperatures rise, the prefecture's ubiquitous mozuku is under threat.
Scientists believe they are close to a breakthrough to protect the staple.
As sea temperatures rise, the prefecture's ubiquitous mozuku is under threat. Scientists believe they are close to a breakthrough to protect the staple.
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As sea temperatures rise, the prefecture's ubiquitous mozuku is under threat. Scientists believe they are close to a breakthrough to protect the staple.
Scientists believe they are close to a breakthrough to protect the staple.
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