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 This is your Japan Tariff Tracker podcast.

Welcome to "Japan Tariff Tracker," your daily source for the latest news and insights on tariffs imposed on Japan by the United States under Trump-era policies. Stay informed with our expert analysis and in-depth coverage, designed to keep businesses, policymakers, and consumers up to date on how these tariffs impact trade relations, economic strategies, and global markets. Whether you're a business owner, an economist, or simply interested in international affairs, our podcast provides the information you need to navigate the complexities of US-Japan trade dynamics. Tune in daily to stay ahead of the curve with "Japan Tariff Tracker."

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  • US Imposes Harsh 24% Tariffs on Japanese Imports Threatening Trade Relations and Economic Growth in 2025

    US Imposes Harsh 24% Tariffs on Japanese Imports Threatening Trade Relations and Economic Growth in 2025
    Jun 19 2025
    Welcome to Japan Tariff News and Tracker, where we keep listeners up to date on the latest developments in US-Japan trade, tariffs, and the evolving policies coming out of Washington and Tokyo.

    It’s June 19, 2025, and the tariff landscape is once again shifting as the US, under President Trump, has rolled out sweeping new measures affecting nearly every major trading partner, with Japan very much in the spotlight. According to the Trade Compliance Resource Hub, the US has announced a 24% reciprocal tariff on all imports from Japan, set to take effect on July 9. This move comes after a universal 10% tariff was implemented on imports from all countries, with the exception of China and Hong Kong, whose rates had temporarily surged to 30%. These tariffs are layered on top of the 25% duties already targeting key sectors like autos and metals.

    Japanese officials have been scrambling in response. As reported by Brookings, Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has called the Trump tariff offensive a “national crisis.” Despite last-minute diplomacy and offers of new American manufacturing investments in Japan, Tokyo has not been able to secure an exemption from the steep tariffs. With Japanese exports to the US facing a 24% duty, analysts warn that these measures could cost Japan up to 0.8% of economic growth this year, with the Nikkei stock index already having suffered a significant drop in April.

    Listeners should also note the impact on the automotive sector. As WC Shipping notes, Japan itself maintains a zero-tariff policy on imported passenger vehicles—a sharp contrast to US policy. However, even with no tariffs on US-made cars entering Japan, American automakers still face non-tariff barriers like strict safety regulations and entrenched consumer preferences. Meanwhile, US tariffs on Japanese vehicles have jumped to 25%, making it even harder for Japanese automakers to compete in the American market.

    Looking at the broader picture, The Budget Lab at Yale reports that the average effective tariff rate facing US consumers is now at its highest point since 1936, sitting at 15.8%. Price levels are up across a variety of goods, from household staples to clothing and shoes, with an average annual loss of $2,000 per household.

    With political negotiations ongoing, there is hope that the 24% reciprocal tariff on Japan could be rolled back or reduced in the coming weeks, but for now, exporters, importers, and consumers on both sides of the Pacific are feeling the squeeze.

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  • US-Japan Trade Tensions Escalate: Negotiations Intensify as 24% Tariff Deadline Approaches for Japanese Exports

    US-Japan Trade Tensions Escalate: Negotiations Intensify as 24% Tariff Deadline Approaches for Japanese Exports
    Jun 1 2025
    Welcome to the Japan Tariff News and Tracker podcast for June 1, 2025.

    Japan continues to face significant tariff challenges in its trade relationship with the United States. Since April, Japanese exports have been subject to President Trump's reciprocal tariff regime, with a country-specific tariff of 14% on top of the baseline 10% duty, resulting in a total rate of 24%.

    The Japanese government has been actively engaged in negotiations, with Agriculture Minister Akazawa conducting four rounds of talks with U.S. officials. In their latest meeting on May 31, both sides agreed that progress is being made toward a potential deal. Since early May, negotiations have accelerated with the aim of striking a mutually beneficial agreement.

    Beyond the baseline tariffs, Japanese automakers continue to grapple with an additional 25% tariff on automobiles implemented on national security grounds. The steel and aluminum sectors are also facing reinstated tariffs of 25%, prompting Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru to describe the situation as a "national crisis" for Japan's economy.

    The contrast between U.S. and Japanese trade policies remains stark. While the U.S. has imposed these substantial tariffs, Japan maintains a zero-tariff policy on passenger vehicles imported from the United States. Despite this open market access, American-made vehicles have struggled to gain significant market share in Japan due to non-tariff barriers and consumer preferences.

    Japan's approach to these tariffs reflects lessons learned from the first Trump administration. While continuing to emphasize Japanese investment in the U.S. and avoiding full-scale retaliation, there has been a notable shift in diplomatic tactics from the "quiet diplomacy" strategy employed under former Prime Minister Abe.

    With the 2026 U.S. midterm elections on the horizon, some analysts suggest President Trump may be seeking quick wins in negotiations with reliable partners like Japan. The Yale Budget Lab estimates that current U.S. tariffs have raised the overall price level by 1.7% in the short term, equivalent to an average household consumer loss of $2,800.

    For Japanese exporters, the July 9 deadline looms large – if no agreement is reached by then, the full 24% tariff will take effect on Japanese exports to the United States.

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  • US-Japan Trade Tensions Escalate: Trump Imposes Aggressive 24 Percent Tariffs Amid Ongoing Bilateral Negotiations

    US-Japan Trade Tensions Escalate: Trump Imposes Aggressive 24 Percent Tariffs Amid Ongoing Bilateral Negotiations
    May 29 2025
    Listeners, welcome back to Japan Tariff News and Tracker. Today is May 29, 2025, and the headlines reveal a tense atmosphere between the United States and Japan as President Donald Trump’s administration heightens its aggressive tariff policy.

    Just this week, sources close to the negotiations told Kyodo News that the United States has refused to grant Japan a full exemption from the new 10 percent so-called "reciprocal" tariff, as well as a country-specific tariff that affects a broad range of goods. In recent talks in Washington, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Japan’s lead negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, that the Trump administration will only consider either extending the 90-day suspension or possibly lowering the current 14 percent tariff, now in place until early July. Japan had hoped for a complete removal of the new levies, especially the punishing 25 percent duties on cars and steel and aluminum products, but the United States signaled only incremental concessions are up for discussion.

    The U.S. position reflects President Trump’s broader "America First" doctrine. According to the latest tracker published by the Trade Compliance Resource Hub, Japan currently faces a 24 percent reciprocal tariff on virtually all products, with this rate delayed but expected to take effect July 9—unless ongoing negotiations yield relief. This is a staggering increase compared to only a few months ago, when U.S. tariffs on Japanese goods were much lower.

    These new duties are part of a sweeping approach implemented this spring. As outlined by the White House, President Trump invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to levy a universal 10 percent tariff on all imports, effective April 5. Moreover, countries like Japan with large trade surpluses with the United States were hit with even higher, individualized "reciprocal" tariffs—up to 24 percent for Japan. These stricter measures will remain until, in President Trump’s words, the “threat posed by the trade deficit and underlying nonreciprocal treatment is satisfied.”

    On the Japanese side, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has described the tariff shock as a national crisis. Despite Japan’s longstanding zero-tariff policy for imported passenger vehicles, which theoretically allows U.S. cars to enter without duties, American automakers have long complained of regulatory and consumer barriers that outweigh any benefit from Japan’s open tariff schedule. The new U.S. tariffs, especially the 25 percent rate on vehicles imposed in April, have dramatically altered this delicate balance and provoked anxiety among exporters and Japanese policymakers alike.

    The economic impact is already being felt. Bilateral trade between the U.S. and Japan reached $58 billion during the first quarter of this year, but business groups warn that the uncertainty and added tariffs may cost Japan up to 0.8 percent of its annual economic growth, while markets have reacted sharply to the instability.

    That wraps up today’s headlines on U.S.-Japan tariffs. Thank you for tuning in. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update on the evolving trade landscape.

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