This week’s news roundup was led by Donald Trump’s tariff pause announcement. On Wednesday, the U.S. president said he authorized a 90-day suspension on taxes over 10%. The only exception is China. We report on Japan’s reaction to the news and what to do next. We also report on the impact of the announcement on the Japanese market.

In the news related to wireless this week, popular actress Ryoko Hirosue was arrested after Shizuoka attacked a nurse. Content creators Mizkif and Kole apologize for pull-ups and gymnastics routines on the cherry blossom tree. The Japanese government announced that it would release the storage of rice by the end of July.

Japan welcomes Trump’s tariff suspension

Donald Trump announced in a stunning incident on Wednesday that he ordered a 90-day pause in most “reciprocity” tariffs that were in effect 13 hours ago. One exception is China. Shortly after Beijing raised its responsibilities for U.S. goods to 84%, the U.S. president raised tariffs on Chinese imports to 125%. “It’s not over yet, but we have a huge spirit from other countries, including China.” “China wants to reach an agreement, they just don’t know what to do.”

In addition to China, have Now, for at least three months, all countries have 10% tariffs. Japan initially attacked with a 24% tax levy, welcomed Trump’s tariff suspension. “We have communicated our concerns and strongly requested (US) to review tariff measures at all levels. We take the U.S. announcement as a positive development. That is, we will continue to strongly urge the U.S. to review the remaining mutual tariffs, as well as other tariffs on steel, as well as steel, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, aluminum, and aluminum tariffs. car and auto parts. “The main cabinet secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said at a press conference Thursday.

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Ishiba urges Trump to reconsider tariffs

According to NHK, negotiations between Japan’s chief negotiator Ryosei Akazawa and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent may happen as early as next week. Japanese officials hope to start negotiations with the United States as soon as possible It seems to be On board. Speaking to Fox News on Monday, Japan may be “prioritized” over other countries. However, there are some concerns among the least developed countries whether Akazawa is the right person to lead the negotiations. Some party members It is said that I feel that he lacks diplomatic experience.

Shigeru Isbon Akazawa was appointed as chief negotiator on Tuesday after calling the U.S. president the night before. During the 25-minute conversation, the Japanese Prime Minister urged Trump to reconsider the imposition of taxes on his country. “I have told the president that Japan has been the largest investor in the United States for five consecutive years and tariff policies may damage the investment capabilities of Japanese companies,” he said. Isbon He told reporters after the call. He added that he is “considering a visit to the United States at the most appropriate time to meet Donald Trump in person.”

Nikkei stock market falls to all-time low

The turbulent week of the Japanese market

Japan’s Nickelco shares rose an average of 9.13% to 34,609 after Trump’s tariff suspension was announced. This is the second largest single-day growth in the stock index in history. The biggest was recorded last August, after it added 3,217 points after its worst single ever–Day trip 4,451 o’clock. Meanwhile, the wider Topix rose 8.09% to 2,593.4. “Investors bought back the stock today, hoping they didn’t dump the stock in The previous one Meeting. But rally also means that the market’s impact on Trump’s tariffs is too bearish,,,,,transparent explain Seiichi Suzuki, chief stock market analyst at Tokai Tokyo Intelligence Laboratory.

It is It was a turbulent week for the Japanese market. Nickelode dropped as much as 8.8% on Monday morning, its third largest indoor drop. It first hit 30,792.74 in a year and a half, before falling 7.8% at a price of 31,136.58. Meanwhile, the Topix index fell by 9.6%. This day saw a 7.8% decrease. On Tuesday, the Nikkei index climbed 6.03% to 33,012.58. Topix also received more than 6% of revenue, closing at 2,432.02. Nikkei stocks fell by 3.93% on Tuesday, while the Topix index fell by 3.40%.

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Actress Ryoko Hirosue arrested for assaulting nurses in Shizuoka

A 37-year-old nurse, working at a hospital in Shimada, Shizuoka Prefecture, was allegedly scratched her arm and kicked multiple times by the patient, causing minor injuries. The patient identified herself as 44-year-old Ryoko Hirosue, a well-known Japanese actress and singer, known for her role in a French action comedy produced by Luc Besson. mustard, and Oscar-winning Japanese films, Departures. She was arrested at the scene. On Tuesday morning, Hirosue’s agency confirmed she was involved in the incident after she was in panic.

“We sincerely apologize to the victims and all those involved for the inconvenience and attention we have brought to you.” statement. “We will avoid posting details as the case is currently under investigation. However, for the time being, Heliso will avoid all entertainment activities. We want to apologize again to everyone involved and fans who support us every day to get our inconvenience and concerns.” Hirosue was taken to the hospital Monday night after crashing into a truck on the Shin-Tomei highway in Kakegawa City.

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Content creators Mizkif and Kole apologize for antics on the cherry tree

The content creator apologized after receiving criticism for doing pull-ups and gymnastics routines on a cherry blossom tree in Japan on Monday. The video, uploaded on April 4, includes American Twitch Streamer and YouTuber Matthew Rinaudo, namely Mizkif, street interviewer Kole, who appeared on Tiktok and YouTube sites in Sims, Tokyo, and music artist Swhite. The video was deleted, but not removed before many people saw it, including media personality and previous porn actresses kaho shibuya. She then decided to post information about it on page X.

“If you want to bend your muscles to show how much testosterone you have…to touch your own wood. Leave a short cherry blossom, and the flower can only live for 2 weeks, shibuya wrote. She also claimed that one of the creators sent her an angry DMS. Mizkif apologized through his actions on Monday x The account says the cherry blossom tree is “sacred and very refined to Japanese culture.” Kole of Tokyo Sims posted a similar message saying he and Swhite were disappointed with themselves “because it is highly respectful to not grasp this behavior.”

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Rice prices continue to soar in Japan

As prices continue to soar, the Japanese government announced this week that it will release stored rice around the end of July. So far, the release has not stabilized its price. Two parts were released from the stock, weighing 210,000 tons. The auction took place in March and sales began at the end of that month. According to the Ministry of Agriculture numberBetween March 24 and 30, when the first wave of reserve rice was on the shelves, the average price in 1,000 supermarkets with 5 kg of rice was 4,206 yen, including taxes.

This increased by 10 yen compared to last week. This is the 13th consecutive week of average price increases and more than double the cost a year ago. In an attempt to offset this trend, the government will continue its plans to release rice storage. The third auction will be held in the fourth week of April 100,000 tons of rice. “The purpose of this measure is to stabilize rice prices by ensuring stable supply” explain Agriculture Minister Taku Eto was in a press conference on Wednesday. “We will take steps to ensure that the rice reaches consumers as soon as possible.”