Group 1 - The Chinese customs announced a conditional resumption of imports of certain Japanese seafood starting June 29, 2025, excluding products from Fukushima and nine other prefectures [1][2] - This marks the first partial lifting of the ban on Japanese seafood imports since the comprehensive suspension that began on August 24, 2023, due to concerns over radioactive contamination from Fukushima's nuclear wastewater [1][2] - The announcement indicates stricter compliance checks for Japanese seafood entering the Chinese market, which may lead to increased operational risks and import costs for dining enterprises [2] Group 2 - Following the nuclear wastewater incident, many Chinese consumers have developed a resistance to Japanese imported ingredients, prompting numerous Japanese restaurants to substitute with domestic ingredients to retain customers [3] - Popular domestic alternatives include products like Fujian eel and Dalian kelp, which have become primary ingredients in many Japanese restaurants [3] - Some restaurants have also introduced local flavors and hot dishes to innovate and adapt their offerings, such as introducing Guizhou sour soup dishes and various fusion sushi products [4] Group 3 - The Japanese cuisine market in China is showing signs of recovery, with a projected market size of 69 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a 2.2% year-on-year growth [4] - The market is expected to reach 70 billion yuan in 2025, indicating a potential rebound despite the ongoing challenges [4]