The Fishing Industry of the Japanese Mandated Islands

The Fishing Industry of the Japanese Mandated Islands. Washington, DC: Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Navy Department. 1944.

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Abstract: “The Fishing Industry of the Japanese Mandated Islands” provides a detailed examination of the fishing industry in the Japanese-mandated islands during a historical period. It appears to be a comprehensive report prepared by the Supply and Resources Service Office of Economic Programs. The document includes a broad survey of various aspects of the fishing industry, such as subsistence and commercial fishing, the significance of fisheries, fish resources, and details about fishing grounds and seasons.

The manual examines fishing methods and equipment, recommending a minimum stockpile of essential gear like poles, long lines, and trawl lines to support commercial fishing beyond the mandated islands, potentially extending to Taiwan and other regions. It also discusses the business organizations involved, such as the Nanyo Kohatsu Kaisha (South Seas Development Co.).

In terms of trade, the document notes some degree of regional trade in marine products like shells and preserved fish. However, this trade is not as extensive as it once was due to the decline in inter-island voyages.

Furthermore, there are mentions of regulations concerning the application for subsidies where enterprises must provide detailed plans and financial forecasts. The document also contains a bibliography listing various publications related to fisheries and the region.

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