As government pushes for whaling, young Japanese losing interest

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Though determined as ever, the Japanese government's fight to keep this nation's whaling fleet afloat despite overwhelming opposition around the world is facing a serious threat at home -- a lack of interest among younger people who have grown up amid the international whaling ban, never eaten whale and see the mammals more as impressive living creatures than a potential meal.

"My parents' generation may feel differently, but I feel sorry for the whales," said Mayuka Hamai, a college student who was on Kobayashi's tour. "I've never eaten whale. I'd rather look at one."

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