The Japanese Town That Eats Venomous Hornets

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Hornet farming may sound like something from a far-off jungle, but in Gifu, Japan, it’s a celebrated tradition. Here, families raise and harvest kuro suzumebachi hornets in a unique blend of craftsmanship, innovation, and culinary culture. Each year, the community gathers for a thrilling competition to see who can raise the best hornet colony. Discover how these small yet prized insects are caught, raised, and transformed into a surprising delicacy in this fascinating glimpse into rural Japanese life.