Japanese eateries in China face crisis over Fukushima’s treated radioactive water release. China criticizes the move, fears it endangers marine life and human health.
Kazuyuki Tanioka, a sushi restaurant owner, assures customers of safe sushi. Yet, fears persist, affecting Japanese restaurants across China, sales drop significantly.
Kenji Kobayashi, a ramen shop owner in Shanghai, reports 20% sales decline. Chinese government tests the water, results awaited, distrust in Japanese food.
Japan claims treated water is safe, but doubts remain, tensions rise. Stricter controls on imports loom if water found contaminated, hurting billion-dollar industry.
Japanese restaurant owners reassure customers, post signs of safe water use. Refunds offered, yet public fears linger, Fukushima water remains sensitive issue. Negative impact on Japanese restaurant industry in China expected for some time.
