Japanese pen with live parasites goes viral, drawing Resident Evil comparisons

A transparent pen containing live parasites has gone viral online, drawing comparisons to the Resident Evil video game series. The pen, a souvenir from Kochi, Japan, features live Anisakis parasites suspended in liquid. These parasites are commonly found in fish and can cause food poisoning if ingested. The unique item was inspired by a social media post and is sold at a local fish market, with production varying based on daily catches.