Politics Japan and Trump 2.0

[mdchachi]

Sorry I'm taking the thread back off topic but it's your fault. You gave permission over 100 posts ago.

Uhm, its not an unjust law to say "Hey don't come here illegally, do it this way and we can be friends"

And that's exactly what he's not doing. He's not setting up a legal pathways. He's mostly shut down existing pathways like the asylum process. And he's terrorizing people who are law-abiding and are even here legally. And then you misquote an entire section of the Bible of which the whole point is to rebuke leaders such as Trump and religious leaders who support him as summarized here.

Summary Table: Main Accusations Against the Pharisees in Matthew 23

Theme	Description
Hypocrisy	Outward religiosity, inward corruption
Legalism	Burdening others with rules, lacking compassion
Obstructing Salvation	Preventing others from entering the kingdom of heaven
Neglect of Justice	Ignoring justice, mercy, and faith while focusing on minor details
Public Recognition	Seeking honor and status rather than humility

Conclusion
The section in Matthew regarding the Pharisees, especially Matthew 23, is a pointed critique of religious hypocrisy, legalism, and spiritual blindness. Jesus uses strong language to warn both the Pharisees and His followers about the dangers of empty religion and the importance of genuine faith and righteousness

Here's an AI analysis of Trump and these verses in Matthew which make a lot more sense than how you are trying to apply them.

Gee, I'm sorry I'm not as inclusive as you are!

You're the one claiming to follow Christ. So again, I'll recommend you consider actually following the Word of God. Instead you're bending over backwards to pull out random passages to try to justify Trump's regressive and evil policies.

Many Christian denominations, particularly conservative ones, reject LGBTQ+ rights and equality, often interpreting certain biblical passages as condemning homosexuality.

Yes and they are wrong. Just as they were wrong when they said that black people were inferior. Or native Americans and other non-whites. Or when they blamed the disabled, blind and those with diseases such as leprosy for causing their own afflictions by sinning or being spiritually corrupt.

Also, I'm not evangelical, nice try though. I'm Presbyterian.

You didn't say how your denomination of Presbyterian is not evangelical but I'll take your word for it.

Do consider what I've said. If there's not only two categories, (Man and Woman) how many are there? Please clear that up for me. Trump believes there are only Man and Woman, and so do I. You don't though. So please explain.

You can Google or AI it as well as I can. Here's an explanation for you. Instead of just believing whatever you want to believe like Trump does try looking into actual facts.

if conversion therapy doesn't work, use my friends named determination and effort to find a church to help you:/

It doesn't work that way. The actual evidence shows that these programs are extremely harmful.

Look, I'm not trying to attack anyone here, I'm arguing because the way your coming off (although you probably don't mean too) is that you're attacking my personal beliefs and opinions.

Of course I am because they're are wrong. I had some hope you had some ability to reason but it seems you're just regurgitating whatever your news sources, family or pastor are telling you.

and to love your neighbour as yourself.

What you failed to consider is the part that's written between the lines. Apparently he said you should love your neighbor as yourself but only as long as they don't have black or brown skin and as long as they are properly documented legal residents under whatever arbitrary laws happen to be in place.

This is my final comment on this issue.

It should be mine too but I'm afraid it will not. We'll see.

 

[Ukigumo]

 

[Achilles 1-1]

Sorry I'm taking the thread back off topic but it's your fault. You gave permission over 100 posts ago.


And that's exactly what he's not doing. He's not setting up a legal pathways. He's mostly shut down existing pathways like the asylum process. And he's terrorizing people who are law-abiding and are even here legally. And then you misquote an entire section of the Bible of which the whole point is to rebuke leaders such as Trump and religious leaders who support him as summarized here.

Summary Table: Main Accusations Against the Pharisees in Matthew 23

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[th]Theme[/th][th]Description[/th]
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[td]Hypocrisy[/td][td]Outward religiosity, inward corruption[/td]
[/TR]
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[td]Legalism[/td][td]Burdening others with rules, lacking compassion[/td]
[/TR]
[TR]
[td]Obstructing Salvation[/td][td]Preventing others from entering the kingdom of heaven[/td]
[/TR]
[TR]
[td]Neglect of Justice[/td][td]Ignoring justice, mercy, and faith while focusing on minor details[/td]
[/TR]
[TR]
[td]Public Recognition[/td][td]Seeking honor and status rather than humility[/td]
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Conclusion
The section in Matthew regarding the Pharisees, especially Matthew 23, is a pointed critique of religious hypocrisy, legalism, and spiritual blindness. Jesus uses strong language to warn both the Pharisees and His followers about the dangers of empty religion and the importance of genuine faith and righteousness

Here's an AI analysis of Trump and these verses in Matthew which make a lot more sense than how you are trying to apply them.


You're the one claiming to follow Christ. So again, I'll recommend you consider actually following the Word of God. Instead you're bending over backwards to pull out random passages to try to justify Trump's regressive and evil policies.


Yes and they are wrong. Just as they were wrong when they said that black people were inferior. Or native Americans and other non-whites. Or when they blamed the disabled, blind and those with diseases such as leprosy for causing their own afflictions by sinning or being spiritually corrupt.


You didn't say how your denomination of Presbyterian is not evangelical but I'll take your word for it.


You can Google or AI it as well as I can. Here's an explanation for you. Instead of just believing whatever you want to believe like Trump does try looking into actual facts.


It doesn't work that way. The actual evidence shows that these programs are extremely harmful.


Of course I am because they're are wrong. I had some hope you had some ability to reason but it seems you're just regurgitating whatever your news sources, family or pastor are telling you.


What you failed to consider is the part that's written between the lines. Apparently he said you should love your neighbor as yourself but only as long as they don't have black or brown skin and as long as they are properly documented legal residents under whatever arbitrary laws happen to be in place.


It should be mine too but I'm afraid it will not. We'll see.

Leviticus 18:22 ~ You shall not lie with a male as with a woman; it is an abomination.

Leviticus 20:13 ~ If a man lies with a male as with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination; they shall surely be put to death; their blood is upon them.

Jude 1:7 ~ Just as Sodom and Gomorrah and the surrounding cities, which likewise indulged in sexual immorality and pursued unnatural desire, serve as an example by undergoing a punishment of eternal fire.

Romans 1:26-28 ~ For this reason God gave them up to dishonorable passions. For their women exchanged natural relations for those that are contrary to nature; and the men likewise gave up natural relations with women and were consumed with passion for one another, men committing shameless acts with men and receiving in themselves the due penalty for their error. And since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, God gave them up to a debased mind to do what ought not to be done.

Genesis 2:24 - Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.

Mark 10:6-9 ~ But from the beginning of creation, 'God made them male and female.' 'Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.' So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate."

1 Corinthians 6:9-10 - Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.


Seven verses condemning homosexuality. They're not wrong.

Again, I doubt you've ever picked up the Bible before, or even been to church, so im taking your opinion once again with a grain of salt.

I think you're talking about Mormons and them thinking that black people were inferior.

Heres a guy telling exactly why a Christian cannot support the LGBTQ agenda!




Heres a video about how Jesus cleared up a woman's gender confusion




Heres how a gay man turned to faith and became straight.



A Christian pastor who accepts LGBTQ relations is like Hitler saying that he likes Jews. That is to say, completely ridiculous.


Also, I quoted that not to apply it to Trump, but to show that Jesus rebukes law breakers.

 

[Achilles 1-1]

I still think trump is a good president, albeit a lil bit too outspoken.

 

[mdchachi]

There's not much point into continuing this especially since we are far off topic. And I could easily find verses and videos pointing out that it's God's job to judge others, not yours. That you should find compassion and, yes, love for your fellow man.
At least we agree on one thing. That Trump is not going to heaven.

Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.

 

[Achilles 1-1]

There's not much point into continuing this especially since we are far off topic. And I could easily find verses and videos pointing out that it's God's job to judge others, not yours. That you should find compassion and, yes, love for your fellow man.
At least we agree on one thing. That Trump is not going to heaven.

Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.

How can you say that with certainty? Has God really told you these things? Can one mortal really make up Gods mind for him? A gang member was saved, so why not Trump? Different people find their convictions at different times. Heck, I haven't even been convicted yet, but theres hope for everyone, because God can do anything.


But yeah, we're off topic.


I think that PM Ishiba might've misinterpreted Trump telling Japan to boost spending as a command and not a "Hey China who probably wants payback for Nanking is spending more, maybe you should counter that." Kind of thing. But hey, I misinterpret things too so I cant criticize.

 

[mdchachi]

How can you say that with certainty? Has God really told you these things? Can one mortal really make up Gods mind for him? A gang member was saved, so why not Trump? Different people find their convictions at different times. Heck, I haven't even been convicted yet, but theres hope for everyone, because God can do anything.

How can you say everything you've said with certainty? You seem to have no problem deciding what God thinks simply by pulling out pieces of the Bible that support your statements and of course avoiding anything that contradicts. So I'm just following your lead. If you believe everything you've said then you must also believe that this passage in 1 Corinthians applies to Trump too. After all he falls into multiple categories.
Of course the Bible says he can be forgiven. But it's highly unlikely he'll ask for forgiveness.

 

[Achilles 1-1]

How can you say everything you've said with certainty? You seem to have no problem deciding what God thinks simply by pulling out pieces of the Bible that support your statements and of course avoiding anything that contradicts. So I'm just following your lead. If you believe everything you've said then you must also believe that this passage in 1 Corinthians applies to Trump too. After all he falls into multiple categories.
Of course the Bible says he can be forgiven. But it's highly unlikely he'll ask for forgiveness.

I can say with certainty because Gods word says it?

 

[Ukigumo]

There is a vaccine to the disease of religious fundamentalism; 'The God Delusion' by Richard Dawkins. If an intelligent, religious reader takes this vaccine, they will no longer be a fundamentalist and perhaps not even religious.

 

[Ukigumo]

How can you say everything you've said with certainty? You seem to have no problem deciding what God thinks simply by pulling out pieces of the Bible that support your statements and of course avoiding anything that contradicts. So I'm just following your lead. If you believe everything you've said then you must also believe that this passage in 1 Corinthians applies to Trump too. After all he falls into multiple categories.
Of course the Bible says he can be forgiven. But it's highly unlikely he'll ask for forgiveness.

I'm sure everyone has heard of the Dunning-Kruger Bias. AI generated this nice simple explanation of it that I'd like to share.

The Dunning-Kruger effect describes a cognitive bias where individuals with low competence in a specific area tend to overestimate their abilities, while those with high competence may underestimate theirs. This occurs because those lacking expertise may not be aware of the extent of their ignorance, leading to inflated self-assessments.

Here's a more detailed explanation:
Key aspects of the Dunning-Kruger effect:

• Overestimation of abilities:
  People with limited knowledge or skill in a particular area tend to overestimate their competence and knowledge.
  
  
• • Underestimation of abilities:
    Conversely, experts may underestimate their own abilities and overestimate how easy a task is for others.
    
  • Lack of self-awareness:
    A key reason for the overestimation is that individuals lacking expertise often lack the awareness to recognize their shortcomings.
    
  • Cognitive bias:
    The Dunning-Kruger effect is a type of cognitive bias, meaning it's a systematic error in thinking that can affect judgment and decision-making.
    
  • Impact on various fields:
    This effect has implications in various fields, including education, work, and even personal relationships, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and continuous learning.
    

In essence, the Dunning-Kruger effect suggests that ignorance can breed confidence, while true expertise can lead to a more modest self-perception.

 

[Achilles 1-1]

I'm sure everyone has heard of the Dunning-Kruger Bias. AI generated this nice simple explanation of it that I'd like to share.

The Dunning-Kruger effect describes a cognitive bias where individuals with low competence in a specific area tend to overestimate their abilities, while those with high competence may underestimate theirs. This occurs because those lacking expertise may not be aware of the extent of their ignorance, leading to inflated self-assessments.

Here's a more detailed explanation:
Key aspects of the Dunning-Kruger effect:

• Overestimation of abilities:
  People with limited knowledge or skill in a particular area tend to overestimate their competence and knowledge.
  
  
• • Underestimation of abilities:
    Conversely, experts may underestimate their own abilities and overestimate how easy a task is for others.
  • Lack of self-awareness:
    A key reason for the overestimation is that individuals lacking expertise often lack the awareness to recognize their shortcomings.
  • Cognitive bias:
    The Dunning-Kruger effect is a type of cognitive bias, meaning it's a systematic error in thinking that can affect judgment and decision-making.
  • Impact on various fields:
    This effect has implications in various fields, including education, work, and even personal relationships, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and continuous learning.

In essence, the Dunning-Kruger effect suggests that ignorance can breed confidence, while true expertise can lead to a more modest self-perception.

Wonder who that's targeted at.

 

[Lothor]

This video is about world circumstances rather than Trump, despite his image on the thumbnail. However, with all the current problems with the food supply, it does suggest that adding to them by imposing tariffs is going to make things even worse for people on low and average incomes.

 

[mdchachi]

This video is about world circumstances rather than Trump, despite his image on the thumbnail. However, with all the current problems with the food supply, it does suggest that adding to them by imposing tariffs is going to make things even worse for people on low and average incomes.

I just went to Costco a couple days ago with the thought to get ahead of the Trump-caused Pandemic of Stupidity. Not much I can do about the perishable foods covered in this video but I bought over $200 worth of paper products (paper towels, tissues, toilet paper). And I'm still trying to think of what else to pick up. (How long does beer last? ) I don't need any electronics but if I did I'd be buying them now. We don't really eat canned food but I may pick some up like I did in the last pandemic.

 

[salyavin]

Japanese consulate sending out amother message on some visa types mostly student
留学生の査証（F-1ビザ等）及び滞在資格（SEVIS記録及びI-20）の取り消し事案の発生について（令和7年5月1日）

令和7年5月1日

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【ポイント】

• 本年4月から、邦人留学生を含む外国人留学生の査証（F-1ビザ等）及び滞在資格（SEVIS記録及びI-20）の取り消し事案が米国各州で発生しています。
• ただし、一時的に取り消された滞在資格が回復されるとの報道も出ています。
• ついては、現在の御自身の状況について所属している学校や機関の留学生等外国人受け入れを担当している部署に照会いただき、不安な点がある場合には移民弁護士などの専門家に相談することをおすすめします。

【本文】

1. 本年4月から、全米各地で邦人留学生を含む外国人留学生の査証（F-1、M-1、J-1ビザ）及び滞在資格（学生・交換訪問者情報システム（SEVIS）記録及びI-20）の取り消し事案が発生しており、当局から15日以内に出国するよう通告を受けているとの報告も受けています。
   ただし、現在の状況は流動的で、各地での訴訟を受け、取り消された滞在資格が一時的に回復されるとの報道もでています（査証取り消しの撤回についての報道は確認できていません）。
2. 米国当局によって査証（F-1、M-1、J-1ビザ）もしくは滞在資格（SEVIS記録及びI-20）が取り消された、またはその両方が取り消された方（まだ回復されていない方を含む）は、それぞれ以下の状況にあると考えられます。
3. 査証のみが取り消された場合
   査証のみが取り消された場合、法的には滞在が可能ですが、滞在資格又はSEVIS記録が取り消されていないかを所属している学校や機関に確認が必要です。
4. 滞在資格（SEVIS記録及びI-20）のみが取り消された場合
   米国関税移民局（USCIS）に滞在資格回復（reinstatement）申請を行うか、行わない場合は定められた期限内に出国する必要があります。
5. 両方取り消された場合
   USCISに滞在資格回復（reinstatement）申請を行うか、行わない場合は定められた期限内に出国する必要があります。

上記いずれの場合でも、15日以内の出国を求める通告（Authorized Early Withdrawal）を受けているかどうかにかかわらず、米国滞在を継続することが移民法に抵触する可能性がありますので、滞在資格回復申請やその他の法的措置の可能性について、所属されている学校や機関の留学生等外国人受け入れを担当している部署及び移民弁護士に相談することをおすすめします。
なお、当館管轄区域内の日本語が通じる法律事務所等の情報をお知りになりたい場合には、当館までご連絡ください​

 

[nice gaijin]

I saw a Japanese friend today who is is a naturalized American citizen, he's going back to Japan tomorrow to visit his ailing father. We joked that it might be the last time we see each other because he has an accent and might have anti-trump comments in his social media feed. FUN TIMES.

I can say with certainty because Gods word says it?

Have you learned about circular reasoning in school yet? Here is an explanation from a fellow Christian:

The Bible Uses Circular Reasoning… And, So Do You.

A common critique against Christianity is that it relies on circular reasoning to prove itself. Maybe you’ve heard this objection from others or even thought about it yourself. It goes something li…

www.austingentry.com

 

[mdchachi]

Meanwhile in this alternate reality we all live in...

Imagine if Obama or anybody else did this. The religious right would be losing their sh*t.
But as long as he continues his policies of intolerance, hate and bigotry they won't say a word.

 

[thomas]

Japan patiently waits for its turn after the US struck a trade deal with the UK and started negotiating with China. PM Ishiba stressed yesterday that Japan would continue to demand that the US abolish the auto tariffs:

Ishiba described the recent agreement between Washington and London to introduce a 10 per cent low-tariff quota on British automobile exports to the United States as "one possible model." However, he emphasised that Japan would maintain its demand for the complete elimination of US tariffs on Japanese vehicles, pointing out that Japan's trade and investment circumstances differ significantly from those of the United Kingdom. Regarding the US–UK arrangement, Ishiba remarked that it represented "one approach to reaching an agreement," but noted that Britain exports only around 100,000 vehicles to the American market annually. He reiterated Japan's firm stance on tariff abolition, stating that Japanese manufacturers continue investing heavily in the United States and contribute to job creation there. He warned that if Japan's automotive sector suffers under continued tariff burdens, these companies would lose the capacity to maintain or expand their investments in the US.

Ishiba also stressed that Japan has no intention of compromising its agricultural sector in its negotiations with the United States to gain concessions for the automotive industry.

Ishiba vows Japan will stand its ground, demanding U.S. lift auto tariffs

The U.S. is an important market for the Japanese automobile industry, accounting for about 20% of its total car exports in terms of volume and about 30% in terms of value.

www.japantimes.co.jp

 

[Lothor]

Japan patiently waits for its turn after the US struck a trade deal with the UK and started negotiating with China. PM Ishiba stressed yesterday that Japan would continue to demand that the US abolish the auto tariffs:

Ishiba described the recent agreement between Washington and London to introduce a 10 per cent low-tariff quota on British automobile exports to the United States as "one possible model." However, he emphasised that Japan would maintain its demand for the complete elimination of US tariffs on Japanese vehicles, pointing out that Japan's trade and investment circumstances differ significantly from those of the United Kingdom. Regarding the US–UK arrangement, Ishiba remarked that it represented "one approach to reaching an agreement," but noted that Britain exports only around 100,000 vehicles to the American market annually. He reiterated Japan's firm stance on tariff abolition, stating that Japanese manufacturers continue investing heavily in the United States and contribute to job creation there. He warned that if Japan's automotive sector suffers under continued tariff burdens, these companies would lose the capacity to maintain or expand their investments in the US.

Ishiba also stressed that Japan has no intention of compromising its agricultural sector in its negotiations with the United States to gain concessions for the automotive industry.

Ishiba vows Japan will stand its ground, demanding U.S. lift auto tariffs

The U.S. is an important market for the Japanese automobile industry, accounting for about 20% of its total car exports in terms of volume and about 30% in terms of value.

www.japantimes.co.jp

I would suggest to Ishiba that he takes his time and stalls for a few months. With the U.S. about to experience shortages of goods and higher prices, and Trump's poll ratings rapidly dropping, the US will soon be in a much weaker bargaining position.

 

[nice gaijin]

To no one's surprise, Trump makes another about-face and lowers his tariffs on China (for the next 90 days)

Trump, China agree to slash tariffs for 90 days: What to know

The Trump administration and China have agreed to slash tariffs for the next 90 days in a push to deescalate a trade war between the two countries.

www.usatoday.com

https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/13/business/trump-china-trade-nightcap

Japan is still trying to find its footing in the quicksand
April 4: Japan digs deep to address 'national crisis' caused by Trump tariffs
April 27: https://www.reuters.com/markets/com...ariff-deals-talks-may-be-tortuous-2025-04-25/
May 7: Threatened by Trump tariffs, Japan walks a delicate tightrope between U.S. and China | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis

This administration is just an endless string of outrage cycles and baffling policy changes. It's difficult to stay on top of the news because everything can change from day to day. I met with one of my clients last night who are mulling over dropping their prices to come in under the de minimus just to avoid all this chaos. I urged them to avoid taking drastic action, as it would be difficult to reverse direction when the situation inevitably shifts.

 

[thomas]

Foreign Policy argues that Trump's tariff strategy gravely underestimates Japan's capacity to adapt and its significance as a trade partner, implying that such measures may prove counterproductive. Besides, Japan—backed by a trump card of $1.126 trillion in US Treasury securities—is ready to play hardball:

Trump Mistakenly Thinks Japan Is a Soft Target

Tokyo is ready to play hardball in trade negotiations

foreignpolicy.com

On the issue of US car exports to Japan:

[Former PM] Abe tried to push back by noting that Japan has no import duty on vehicles, but that didn't help much. There is some reasonable complaining about non-tariff barriers, especially over testing. However, Trump's long-standing claim that Japan requires a car to withstand a falling bowling ball has led to considerable confusion over where he got the idea. There are many reasons for the paucity of US cars on Japanese streets. While Japan is the world's third-largest auto market, at 4.4 million in annual sales, 35% are low-powered small cars and small (tiny) trucks well suited to the myriad narrow streets, even in major cities such as Tokyo. There are some buyers of BMWs, Mercedes-Benzes, and Porsches, but foreign makers account for just 5% of the market overall. It isn't easy to see what Detroit could bring to replace these market niches. In addition, a presence in the market is not just about the initial sale. The need for repair departments with properly trained mechanics, an inventory of spare parts, and the high level of service demanded by Japanese consumers make the idea a logistical nightmare. This prompted Ford to pull entirely out of the market in 2016, citing the overhead costs to support sales of 5,000 vehicles a year.

Trump Mistakenly Thinks Japan Is a Soft Target

Tokyo is ready to play hardball in trade negotiations

foreignpolicy.com

 

[nice gaijin]

the link is paywalled, but there are ways around such things

https://archive.is/20250514125511/https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/05/12/japan-trump-trade-tariffs-cars/

I doubt Japan would liquidate its US bonds but I hope that the possibility helps expedite a deal. What a stupid unnecessary mess this all is.

 

[thomas]

Official Japan and citizens interviewed on TV were not amused:

U.S. President Trump on Wednesday equated the American military's weekend airstrikes on Iran's key nuclear facilities with the World War II atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, saying the result in both cases was a swift end to conflict.

"I don't want to use an example of Hiroshima, I don't want to use an example of Nagasaki, but that was essentially the same thing. That ended that war," Trump told reporters while meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in The Hague.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed a leaked American intelligence assessment suggesting that the recent strikes had only a limited effect on Iran's nuclear programme. He insisted instead that the attacks brought an end to hostilities between Israel and Iran, claiming that without U.S. intervention, the two nations would still be engaged in conflict. Trump's remarks justified the unprecedented use of nuclear weapons on civilian populations and sparked criticism from survivors of the atomic bombings in Japan.

Teruko Yokoyama, aged 83 and a senior member of Nihon Hidankyo (日本被団協), Japan's leading association of atomic bomb survivors and the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, voiced her outrage, saying, "I'm disappointed. All I have is anger."

Trump likens US strikes on Iran to bombings of Hiroshima, Nagasaki - The Mainichi

THE HAGUE (Kyodo) -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday equated the American military's weekend airstrikes on Iran's key nuclear facilities with

mainichi.jp

Japan reacts to Trump's remarks about Hiroshima, Nagasaki atomic bombings | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News

Japanese officials and atomic bomb survivors have reacted to US President Donald Trump's remarks comparing the US attack on Iranian nuclear sites to the US bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945.

www3.nhk.or.jp

 

[Lothor]

I do wonder about someone saying they are disappointed in Trump though. He's never done or said a single classy or kind thing in his 10 years in the public eye as a politician. For him, such a revolting comment is par for the course.

 

[thomas]

We take it for granted that whatever he utters is untrue, scornful or highly offensive (or any combination thereof) and do not expect anything different. Kudos to Nihon Hidankyo who don't just brush it off but raise a protest. We should never give in or get used to this abysmal madness.

 

[thomas]

"Dear Mr. Japan, here's the story. You're going to pay a 25% tariff on your cars, you know? So we give Japan no cars. They won't take our cars."

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'Insane': Trump's Baffling New Comments On Japan Leave Critics Aghast

The president cited a hypothetical letter to Japanese leaders — but with one major flaw.

www.huffpost.com

It appears that the "trade negotiations" between Japan and the U.S. have stalled, although I wouldn't be surprised if the deadline were pushed back once again.

Central to the stalemate are tariffs on automobiles. Japan wants them lowered, while the United States has said that the 25% additional duty put into place by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is not up for discussion. It insists that the main subject of talks now are "reciprocal" tariffs set to kick in on July 9, which, if implemented, would take tariffs on most Japanese goods to 24% from the current 10%.

Japan-U.S. trade negotiations deadlocked after months of fruitless talks

Trump’s comments on Sunday suggest he is in no mood to compromise on tariffs.

www.japantimes.co.jp