What are facts about japan whaling?

* Japan is one of the few countries in the world that still actively hunts whales.

* The Japanese government claims that whaling is a cultural tradition and a source of food.

* However, critics argue that whaling is cruel and unnecessary.

* Japan has been criticized by many countries and international organizations for its whaling practices.

* In 2019, the International Court of Justice ruled that Japan's whaling program in the Antarctic was not for scientific purposes and was therefore illegal under international law.

* Despite this ruling, Japan has continued to hunt whales in the Antarctic.

* In 2022, Japan announced that it would resume commercial whaling for the first time in over 30 years.