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It is illegal to cook Fugu (Blow Fish) for more than 80 seconds. Fugu contains deadly poison in the organs. Despite of the risk, fugu dishes are considered special feasts in Japan.


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2 Responses to “It is illegal to cook Fugu (Blow Fish) for more than 80 seconds. Fugu contains deadly poison in the organs. Despite of the risk, fugu dishes are considered special feasts in Japan.”

Comment from kazuya
Time April 24, 2010 at 4:59 am

The chef must go through a three year apprenticeship before even being allowed to take a test to be licensed.

Comment from LUL
Time May 19, 2010 at 5:43 am

Dont you feel smart lmao

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