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The U.S.-Japan Tariff Agreement and Its Structural Impact on the Japanese Economy

Japan’s new trade agreement with the U.S. lowers tariffs to 15% but demands $550 billion in investment. Economist Paul Krugman warns of long-term risks to Japan’s trade balance, currency stability, and economic sovereignty. Discover the hidden costs behind this geopolitical compromise.

2025.08.16

JapanReport

🍵 The Global Rise of Japanese Matcha: Economic and Cultural Drivers in Europe and the Middle East

From wellness cafés in Paris to luxury tea rooms in Dubai, Japanese matcha is redefining global taste. Learn why this emerald superfood is booming across Europe and the Middle East—blending health benefits, cultural prestige, and social media appeal.

2025.08.11

JapanReport

Japan–Middle East Relations: From Energy Dependency to Strategic Partnership

Explore how Japan is transforming its Middle East diplomacy beyond oil dependency—focusing on hydrogen cooperation, maritime security, and regional multilateralism in 2025’s shifting geopolitical landscape.

2025.07.26

JapanMiddle East

📘 Report: Investment Strategy and USD/JPY Outlook Under Trump’s Economic Agenda (Late 2025 – 2026)

Author: Senior Economist | As of July 20, 20251. IntroductionWith Donald Trump’s return to the political spotlight and t...

2025.07.25

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Comparative Economic Analysis: Germany vs. Japan (2025 Outlook)

Prepared by: Chief Economist　　Date: July 2025I. Executive SummaryAs of 2025, both Germany and Japan—two of the world’s l...

2025.07.21

JapanWORLD

The Impact of Trump Tariffs on the Japanese Economy

President Trump’s 2025 tariff policy poses serious risks to Japan’s auto, tech, and export sectors. This report analyzes key impacts, economic scenarios, and Japan’s strategic options for safeguarding fiscal and industrial stability.

2025.07.20

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The Risk of a 21st-Century Great Depression and Japan’s Strategic Response

As global financial bubbles grow and trade tensions escalate, economists warn of a potential 21st-century Great Depression. This report analyzes the risk and outlines Japan's strategic policy response to avoid systemic collapse.

2025.07.18

JapanWORLD

Why Wealthy Chinese Investors Choose Japanese Real Estate

Discover how affluent Chinese investors are strategically acquiring high-end properties in Japan as part of a global asset diversification strategy. Explore the key factors driving this trend in 2025.

2025.07.17

ChinaInvestJapan

Strategic Positioning of Japan in the Emerging Global Order

In a shifting global landscape, Japan must redefine its diplomatic strategy. Explore how Tokyo can act as a stabilizing force in the era of multipolarity and fractured alliances.

2025.07.11

JapanWORLD

Rebuilding Economic Security and Strategic Diplomacy

Japan’s Path Amid Rising Uncertainty in U.S.-Japan Tariff NegotiationsDate: Early July 2025Author: Chief Economist – Int...

2025.06.30

Global EconomyJapan

Navigating the Dual Traps in the Global Order: Japan’s Strategic Response― Analysis from the Perspective of the Thucydides Trap and the Kindleberger Trap ―

Date: June 2025Author: Senior Economist, International Strategic Affairs1. Executive SummaryToday’s global landscape is ...

2025.06.28

JapanReport

Military Clash Between Palestine and Iran: Implications for Japan’s Energy-Sensitive Economy

June 2025 | Keigo Shibata, Senior EconomistThe June 2025 military clash between Palestinian armed factions and Iranian-s...

2025.06.15

CrisisJapanReport

The Impact of Trump’s 2025 Tariff Policy on the Japanese Yen and Gold Markets

— A Chain Reaction of Protectionism, Currency Volatility, and Safe-Haven Demand —IntroductionIn 2025, former President D...

2025.06.04

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