On August 25, 2023, Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike enjoyed sashimi sourced from Fukushima and Miyagi prefectures, signaling a positive shift for Japanese food exports. In a recent announcement, Japan's agriculture ministry revealed that Taiwan has decided to relax its food import restrictions that were initially established after the nuclear disaster at the Fukushima power plant in 2011.

The lifted ban now allows for the importation of wild game meat, mushrooms, and a specific wild vegetable known as koshiabura from Fukushima and four adjacent prefectures. However, to take advantage of this new policy, exporters must provide appropriate documentation confirming radiation tests and the origins of these food products.

In another significant development, Japan's agreement with China regarding the treatment of wastewater from the Fukushima plant is expected to expedite the resumption of seafood shipments from Japan to the Chinese market. This advancement marks an important step for Japan in rebuilding trust and facilitating trade with its neighbors.