JOURNAL ARTICLE

Struggle of the Ainu for Their Salmon Fishing Rights: Learning from the Sámi Experience.

  • Published In: Australian Journal of Asian Law, 2026, v. 27, n. 2. P. 137 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Osakada, Yuko 3 of 3

Abstract

This article examines the struggle for their salmon fishing rights of a local Ainu group in Japan called the Raporo Ainu Nation, focusing on international solidarity with other Indigenous Peoples abroad, especially the Sámi. It describes how solidarity with other Indigenous Peoples has empowered the Raporo Ainu Nation, and strengthened their sense of identity. The article also critically examines a judgment of the Sapporo District Court of 18 April 2024 that rejected the Raporo Ainu Nation's fishing rights claim. Indigenous solidarity offers a glimmer of hope: the Raporo Ainu Nation is now considering using the UN Special Rapporteur's complaint system to advocate for Indigenous fishing rights collectively with other Indigenous Peoples around the world. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Australian Journal of Asian Law. 2026/07, Vol. 27, Issue 2, p137
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1443-0738
  • Accession Number:193736365
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