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We apologize for the sound issues we encountered during the briefing. We are looking into backup options and doing our best to get these issues out of the way in future sessions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Good morning, good evening, or wherever you may be tuning in from. Today I am speaking to you from Hilo, on the Big Island of Hawai\u2018i. As many of you know, this weekend is a deeply personal one for me. My daughter\u2019s wedding is taking place here, and in just a few hours I will be walking her down the aisle. But as always, no matter where I am in the world, I wanted to take this moment to honor our tradition and bring you the latest in Japanese politics. This marks our 237th consecutive weekly episode. It’s nearly 4.7 years without interruption \u2014 and I\u2019m humbled to share this community of JapanHands with you.<\/p>\n\n

Key Themes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Currency & Markets<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

The yen closed at\u00a0\u00a5146.87 to the dollar<\/strong>, extending a summer of volatility. Meanwhile, U.S. inflation data and dovish Fed signals put pressure on Tokyo markets, while U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent\u2019s criticism that Japan is \u201cbehind the curve\u201d on inflation stirred political debate. With BOJ\u2019s next policy meeting (Sept. 19\u201320) looming, speculation grows over whether ultra-loose monetary policy can be sustained. The \u00a5150 mark is again in view, with bond yields, energy import costs, and export performance as decisive factors.<\/p>\n\n

Diplomacy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Prime Minister Ishiba\u2019s diplomatic calendar is full. At\u00a0TICAD 9 in Yokohama<\/strong>, Japan hosted delegations from 49 African nations, announcing\u00a0300+ cooperation agreements<\/strong>\u00a0on infrastructure, climate, and investment. Upcoming state visits include South Korea\u2019s President Lee Jae Myung (Aug. 23\u201324) and India\u2019s PM Narendra Modi (Aug. 29\u201331), with Modi expected to highlight Osaka Expo ties. Meanwhile, Defense Minister Nakatani\u2019s trip to Turkey advanced talks on drones and missile tech. This ties into Japan\u2019s wider push for NATO collaboration and diversification of its defense industry beyond U.S. reliance.<\/p>\n\n

Domestic Politics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

The\u00a0Aizawa Commission<\/strong>\u00a0is assessing discontent within the LDP after disappointing Upper House election results. Some members are pushing for a leadership contes. Secrecy over individual voting records and Ishiba\u2019s expected\u00a0September cabinet reshuffle<\/strong>, however,\u00a0make a revolt unlikely. The\u00a0Morikawa Report<\/strong>\u00a0blames poor campaign strategy rather than leadership failures, buying Ishiba time. In coalition politics,\u00a0Ishin no Kai<\/strong>\u00a0demands recognition of Osaka as Japan\u2019s \u201csecondary capital.\u201d At the same time, the\u00a0DPP<\/strong>\u00a0signals willingness to cooperate if the ruling coalition makes policy concessions.<\/p>\n\n

Economy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Machinery orders rose\u00a03% in June<\/strong>, showing some resilience. Tariffs, especially U.S. duties on autos and metals, however continue to bite. Rising energy costs and climate extremes add strain. Fisheries report\u00a0mass fish die-offs<\/strong>\u00a0due to overheated coastal waters, while farmers struggle with heat-stressed crops. Tourism is rebounding strongly, but\u00a0Expo Osaka attendance lags expectations<\/strong>, with infrastructure reliability questioned after a major train line breakdown stranded 30,000 people.<\/p>\n\n

Defense & Regional Security<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Japan\u2019s MoD is preparing a\u00a0record \u00a58.8 trillion defense budget for FY2026<\/strong>. The focus is on drones, coastal defense, and missile counterstrike capacity, aiming to reach\u00a02% of GDP by 2027<\/strong>. In the region,\u00a0North Korea escalates rhetoric<\/strong>\u00a0by drafting a constitutional amendment labeling South Korea the \u201cprimary hostile state.\u201d Meanwhile Kim Jong-un lauds DPRK fighters returning from Russia. Joint\u00a0China\u2013Russia naval maneuvers in the East China Sea<\/strong>\u00a0keep tensions high, monitored closely by U.S.\u2013Japan patrols. Concurrently, Japan deepens security ties with India, Turkey, and Southeast Asia to expand its defense industrial reach.<\/p>\n\n

In closing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

As August ends, Japan balances celebration and turbulence. Prime Minister Ishiba is likely to stay in power, with the opposition too fragmented to challenge him. The economy faces a difficult mix of tariff pressures, climate shocks, and demographic realities. Looking to September, attention shifts to a possible Diet session. Many expect to see Ishiba\u2019s new cabinet lineup and high-stakes summits that will define Japan\u2019s trajectory into 2026.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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