Sunday marks one month since the operator of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant began releasing treated and diluted water into the Pacific Ocean. Japan's government plans to step up calls on China to end the suspension of Japanese seafood imports that it imposed in response.

The first round of the release started on August 24.

Since then, Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has been taking every opportunity to expound the scientific safety of the water release to leaders from around the world.

Many countries have expressed their understanding and support for Japan's decision.

Kishida said his efforts have paid off.

China, on the other hand, remains adamant about its opposition and is showing no sign of budging.

The Japanese government says it will continue its effort to persuade China to lift its restrictions in any way possible. It is considering utilizing the frameworks of entities such as the World Trade Organization.