Christmas bonus for British producers thanks to burgeoning trade with Japan

Festive favourites including wine, whisky and cheese join protected produce status

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
When it comes to cheese, consumers in Japan are choosing British
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When it comes to cheese, consumers in Japan are choosing British

Single malt whisky from Wales, wine from Sussex and cheese from Lancashire are just three products that will be available to Japan's diners and drinkers over this year's festive period. Nearly 40 British...

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