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Notice from the Animal Quarantine Service to those traveling to Taiwan
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Notice from the Animal Quarantine Service to those traveling to Taiwan

An outbreak of African swine fever, a virulent livestock disease, has been confirmed in Taichung City, Taiwan.

For those traveling to Taiwan during the New Year and Chinese New Year period, even if it is for souvenirs or personal consumption,
Foods containing raw meat, ham, sausages, or other meat products (such as ham sandwiches, pork xiaolongbao,
It is prohibited to bring into Japan snacks containing meat pulp (dried, shredded meat).
Please be aware that

Additionally, during your trip, we ask for your cooperation in avoiding entering livestock-related facilities such as tourist ranches and coming into contact with livestock.
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<About souvenirs such as meat products>
Regarding souvenirs of meat products, etc.: Animal Quarantine Service (maff.go.jp)

About African Swine Fever (ASF)
About African Swine Fever (ASF): Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (maff.go.jp)

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