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Azabu-juban festival food poisoning outbreak

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Authorities in Minato City began investigating a potential mass food poisoning incident following the Azabu-juban Noryo Matsuri festival held in late August. Initially, the Minato City Health Center reported 76 individuals suffering from symptoms such as fever, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Many victims reported consuming ‘hiyashi kani ramen’ (chilled crab ramen), with social media reports pointing toward a stall operated by the creator Komeo. By early September, the number of affected individuals rose to 78. Investigations identified Salmonella bacteria as the cause, specifically linked to the ‘cold crab ramen’ provided by the restaurant Kappo Komeo. The owner-chef of Kappo Komeo, a former participant in the fighting event Breaking Down, issued an apology via social media. He announced a suspension of restaurant operations to address the issue and work on compensation for those affected. Local authorities have ordered the business to suspend operations for seven days, effective from September 3 to September 9, with a reopening date yet to be determined. Legal experts have noted that As of mid-September, the incident may result number of confirmed patients has risen to 123, including a one-year-old child. Health authorities reported that Salmonella was detected in civil and criminal liability. Beyond potential damage claims for medical expenses both patients and lost wages, employees. Investigations revealed that the chef could face charges of professional negligence resulting in injury if investigations confirm a failure establishment failed to meet maintain mandatory daily hygiene management standards. Public reaction on social media has been critical, specifically regarding the chef’s social media profile changes records, such as refrigerator temperatures and tool cleaning, despite the continued operation owner reportedly being aware of his these requirements. Additional hygiene concerns have emerged regarding Komeo’s other business, the crab ramen specialty shop Kani-o. restaurant, ‘Kanie’. A video by YouTuber Hikaru commented on Biwako-kun highlighted poor sanitary conditions at the situation, noting that Komeo is reportedly establishment, specifically showing spoons submerged in spice containers. Komeo has since issued an apology via YouTube, appearing with a state of ‘deep reflection and distress’ over shaved head, expressing a desire to learn from the incident. experience.

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  1. 2026-09-12 06:42 UTC Azabu-juban festival food poisoning outbreak
  2. 2026-09-05 05:27 UTC Azabu-juban festival food poisoning outbreak
  3. 2026-09-04 10:01 UTC Azabu-juban festival food poisoning outbreak
  4. 2026-09-03 22:44 UTC Azabu-juban festival food poisoning outbreak

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