The ban on salmon and trout driftnet fishing in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Hokkaido was lifted on the 10th. Last year, due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, it was delayed to early May.
This year, 10 boats are scheduled to depart from ports such as Nemuro City and Akkeshi Town, and fishing will continue until early July. Before leaving the port, a man in his 5s said, "I'm glad I was able to go fishing"