5 people have died! Kobayashi Pharmaceutical: The problematic ingredient may be "Penicillic acid". So far, a total of 680 people have gone to see a doctor or wanted to see an doctor because they have health problems.
114 people have been hospitalized. The company promised to reimburse medical expenses and other expenses. The current recall scope of foods and seasonings using red yeast rice ingredients has been expanded to cover Japan. In view of the rapid expansion of the scope of damage, the Japanese government will convene relevant cabinet meetings.