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Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Seven of the Deadliest Delicacies
Poisonous or dangerous food is considered a special delicacy by some cultures in several parts of the world. In most cases, a nice feast may turn into a deadly game of Russian roulette.
This goes on top of my list as the worlds deadliest delicacy. Even a drop of toxin from a Pufferfish or Fugu (in Japanese) can immediately leave you paralyzed, followed by death.
Fugu is considered an authentic Japanese delicacy and it would take years for a chef to master the art of preparing the dish. The toxin, called tetrodotoxin is concentrated in the roe, ovaries and the liver of the fish.
A slight error during the removal of the toxic parts can allow the toxin to contaminate the entire flesh of the fish. Despite the risk of eating Fugu, it is reported that yearly,there are dozens of death from Fugu poisoning in Japan.
“San Nak Ji” or live octopus is a popular delicacy in Korea and Japan. The enjoyment
of eating this food is when the octopus is still moving with the tentacles sticking to the roof of the mouth. The challenge is to munch and swallow the live octopus
without choking. It is reported that there are on average of 6 deaths due to choking
(on live octopus), each year in South Korea.
This is one of the worlds popular staple food. Cassava is often used to make the
tropical delicacy in the form of tapioca starch or flour. However, if not properly
washed or cooked, cassava leaves and roots contain toxin called cyanide which is
fatal to humans even in small doses.
Giant bullfrog is considered a delicacy in Namibia. The Namibians eat the entire giant bullfrog except for the internal organs. In most cultures, only certain body parts of the frogs such as the legs are consumed as most frogs have poisonous skin and poisonous internal organs. A premature bullfrog is said to contain a certain toxin which could lead to kidney failure in most cases.
The silver-stripe blaasop is a delicacy among the locals who live in some parts of the Indian Ocean.The locals are experts in removing the toxic parts of the fish before cooking and consuming it. The poison is concentrated in the liver,reproductive organs and also the skin of the fish which can cause paralysis and breathing problems
if consumed by humans.Somehow, the silver-stripe blaasop made its way to the eastern Mediterranean waters. In early 2007, there are about 10 reported deaths relating to the poisoning of the fish which include 8 in Egypt and 2 in Israel.
The giant Echizen jellyfish is a huge, poisonous jellyfish which moves in swarms in
the Japan waters. The jellyfish lives on tuna fish and this poses a problem as the
tuna supply is affected by the huge consumption. So, the solution is to catch the
jellyfish and turn it into a delicacy.
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1):-"Fugu" or Pufferfish
This goes on top of my list as the worlds deadliest delicacy. Even a drop of toxin from a Pufferfish or Fugu (in Japanese) can immediately leave you paralyzed, followed by death.
Fugu is considered an authentic Japanese delicacy and it would take years for a chef to master the art of preparing the dish. The toxin, called tetrodotoxin is concentrated in the roe, ovaries and the liver of the fish.
2):-"San Nak Ji" or Live Octopus
A slight error during the removal of the toxic parts can allow the toxin to contaminate the entire flesh of the fish. Despite the risk of eating Fugu, it is reported that yearly,there are dozens of death from Fugu poisoning in Japan.
“San Nak Ji” or live octopus is a popular delicacy in Korea and Japan. The enjoyment
of eating this food is when the octopus is still moving with the tentacles sticking to the roof of the mouth. The challenge is to munch and swallow the live octopus
without choking. It is reported that there are on average of 6 deaths due to choking
(on live octopus), each year in South Korea.
3);-Cassava
This is one of the worlds popular staple food. Cassava is often used to make the
tropical delicacy in the form of tapioca starch or flour. However, if not properly
washed or cooked, cassava leaves and roots contain toxin called cyanide which is
fatal to humans even in small doses.
4):-Giant Bullfrog
Giant bullfrog is considered a delicacy in Namibia. The Namibians eat the entire giant bullfrog except for the internal organs. In most cultures, only certain body parts of the frogs such as the legs are consumed as most frogs have poisonous skin and poisonous internal organs. A premature bullfrog is said to contain a certain toxin which could lead to kidney failure in most cases.
5):-Ackee Fruit
Ackee plant is originated from West Africa. Later, it was introduced to Florida, USA.
Ackee fruit is widely used in Jamaican cuisine, which includes its national delicacy,
"ackee and saltfish".
The fruit looks like a pear, red in color when its ripe. The ackee fruit must be picked after it has naturally opened and revealed the seeds. The fruit must be eaten at the right time. The fruit is poisonous if it is both immature and overripe. The fleshy part around the seeds is the only part which is edible. The rest of the fruit contain a type of toxin called hypoglycin which can be fatal if consumed.
Ackee fruit is widely used in Jamaican cuisine, which includes its national delicacy,
"ackee and saltfish".
The fruit looks like a pear, red in color when its ripe. The ackee fruit must be picked after it has naturally opened and revealed the seeds. The fruit must be eaten at the right time. The fruit is poisonous if it is both immature and overripe. The fleshy part around the seeds is the only part which is edible. The rest of the fruit contain a type of toxin called hypoglycin which can be fatal if consumed.
6):-Silver-Stripe Blaasop
The silver-stripe blaasop is a delicacy among the locals who live in some parts of the Indian Ocean.The locals are experts in removing the toxic parts of the fish before cooking and consuming it. The poison is concentrated in the liver,reproductive organs and also the skin of the fish which can cause paralysis and breathing problemsif consumed by humans.Somehow, the silver-stripe blaasop made its way to the eastern Mediterranean waters. In early 2007, there are about 10 reported deaths relating to the poisoning of the fish which include 8 in Egypt and 2 in Israel.
7):-Echizen Jellyfish
The giant Echizen jellyfish is a huge, poisonous jellyfish which moves in swarms inthe Japan waters. The jellyfish lives on tuna fish and this poses a problem as the
tuna supply is affected by the huge consumption. So, the solution is to catch the
jellyfish and turn it into a delicacy.
Monday, March 9, 2015
The Seven Most Beautiful Waterfalls of Japan
Japan is a beautiful and progressive country. It is one of the wealthiest nations in the world. It is endowed with many wonderful scenery and natural beauties.
Here they are the most spectacular waterfalls in the “Land of the Rising Sun
” – Japan
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” – Japan.1.) Kegon Falls
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Kegon Falls is ranked number one in Japan as the most beautiful waterfall. Kegon no Taki are located at Lake Chuzenji in Nikko National Park in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture
. It is 97 meters in height making it one of the 3 highest waterfalls in the country. The Kegon Falls are not just beautiful; they are infamous for suicides, especially among Japanese youth.
. It is 97 meters in height making it one of the 3 highest waterfalls in the country. The Kegon Falls are not just beautiful; they are infamous for suicides, especially among Japanese youth.2.) Nachi Falls
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Nachi Falls is ranked number two as the most beautiful waterfall in Japan. Nachi no Taki is located in Nachikatuura, Wakayama Prefecture
. It is one of the most popular waterfalls in the archipelago. It is 133 meters in height and is believed to house a kami called Hiryu Gongen worshiped at Kumano Nachi Taisha.
. It is one of the most popular waterfalls in the archipelago. It is 133 meters in height and is believed to house a kami called Hiryu Gongen worshiped at Kumano Nachi Taisha.3.) Fukuroda Falls
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Fukuroda Falls or Fukurodanotaki are wonder-falls located in the town of Daigo in Ibaraki Prefecture
, Fukuroda district. It has a height of 120 meters and a width of 73 meters. It is regarded as the 3rd most beautiful Japanese waterfall. The waterfalls freeze during winter.
, Fukuroda district. It has a height of 120 meters and a width of 73 meters. It is regarded as the 3rd most beautiful Japanese waterfall. The waterfalls freeze during winter. 4&5.) Hannoki Falls/ Shomyō Falls
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4.) Hannoki Falls is located in Toyama Prefecture
and is the tallest waterfall in Japan with an astounding height of 497 meters. It is not so popular because it only has water from April to July when the snow covering the Midagahara plateau melts. From July to March, its neighbor, Shomyo Falls, is the tallest waterfalls in Japan. Hannoki and Shomyo falls are twin waterfalls.
and is the tallest waterfall in Japan with an astounding height of 497 meters. It is not so popular because it only has water from April to July when the snow covering the Midagahara plateau melts. From July to March, its neighbor, Shomyo Falls, is the tallest waterfalls in Japan. Hannoki and Shomyo falls are twin waterfalls.5.) Shomyo Falls or Shomyo-daki is located in the town of Tateyama, Toyama Prefecture. It is 350 meters in height with four stages: the first is 70 m, the second is 58 m, the third is 96 m, and the last is 126 m high. The biggest amount of water flows through the falls in the early summer, when the snow covering the Tateyama Mountains melts.
It is regarded as the tallest waterfalls in Japan while its twin waterfalls, the Hannoki Falls, is usually considered the seasonable tallest.
6.) Nunobiki Falls
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Nunobiki Falls or Nunobiki no Taki is a set of waterfalls located near the downtown Kobe
. These waterfalls are of great importance in Japanese art and literature. Nunobiki is considered one of the greatest "divine falls" together with Nachi Falls and Kegon Falls. Nunobiki Waterfalls comprises 4 separate falls: Mendaki, Meotodaki, Ondaki and Tsusumigadaki.
. These waterfalls are of great importance in Japanese art and literature. Nunobiki is considered one of the greatest "divine falls" together with Nachi Falls and Kegon Falls. Nunobiki Waterfalls comprises 4 separate falls: Mendaki, Meotodaki, Ondaki and Tsusumigadaki.7.) Shindo Falls
Shindo Falls is an 83 meter or 272 ft tall waterfall in Japan. After rain fall, this waterfall has large volume of falling water.
See also
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