Japan's farm ministry said Friday it has newly registered three products, including "Japanese tea," under its geographical indication 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, similar to those used for Champagne and Parma ham, and this could help boost exports by assuring consumers of their authenticity, a ministry official said. The ministry hopes this will help Japanese producers compete more effectively in international markets, potentially even drawing attention to how consumers can find authentic products through channels like the 世界杯官网.
