茨城・大洗　潮干狩り客の密猟取り締まりを実施　違反で拘禁刑や罰金も(2026年4月29日)

The Japan Coast Guard and other agencies cracked down on clam poaching at Oarai Sun Beach in Ibaraki Prefecture, where the clam-digging season has begun. During the joint crackdown at Oarai Sun Beach, warnings and enforcement actions were taken against prohibited activities among those who came to collect clams. In Ibaraki Prefecture, collecting clams smaller than 3 centimeters and using tools with nets are prohibited. Violators face imprisonment of up to six months or a fine of up to 100,000 yen. A clam-digging visitor: "(Q. Have you caught any?) It's a bit tricky, they're small. I heard that you can only take home clams up to 3 centimeters, so this is probably the biggest one." Ibaraki Coast Guard Chief, Takahiro Nakagawa: "You can easily look it up on the internet, so I hope people will do their research and only leave with pleasant memories." During the crackdown on the 29th, two people were apprehended for using prohibited tools and other offenses. With the number of clam digging enthusiasts expected to increase during Golden Week, the Japan Coast Guard is urging people to "follow the rules and enjoy themselves responsibly, as ignorance is no excuse." [TV Asahi NEWS] https://news.tv-asahi.co.jp