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Japan Boosts Food Exports with New York Showcase

9/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba promoted Japanese agricultural products at a New York event to boost exports.
Dishes included Hokkaido scallops, Kagoshima wagyu beef, and Niigata/Tottori sake.
Japan's food exports to the United States rose 21% in 2025's seven months, totaling 161.5 billion yen.
Wuliangye showcased at the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, aiming to grow in Japan via authorized restaurants.

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Historical Context

Following the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, Japan's agricultural exports suffered significantly. In response, the government, under Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, has prioritized revitalizing the sector, achieving a 21% increase in food exports to the U.S. by 2025, totaling 161.5 billion yen. This initiative reflects Japan's commitment to restoring its agricultural reputation and enhancing global trade relations.

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Story summary

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba promoted Japanese agricultural products at a New York event to boost exports.
Dishes included Hokkaido scallops, Kagoshima wagyu beef, and Niigata/Tottori sake.
Japan's food exports to the United States rose 21% in 2025's seven months, totaling 161.5 billion yen.
Wuliangye showcased at the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, aiming to grow in Japan via authorized restaurants.

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