Overview
- Aichi Prefecture published its Food and Green Basic Plan 2030 for FY2026–2030, anchored by goals for agricultural output of ¥370 billion, wood production of 210,000 m3, and fishery output of ¥41 billion.
- The plan outlines a five-part framework focused on talent development, productivity, demand expansion, rural vitality, and environmentally sustainable practices tailored to regional strengths.
- The prime minister stated Japan will keep communication channels open with China and respond appropriately to safeguard national interests, honor, and citizens’ lives.
- Hayashi Yoshimasa’s campaign filed a correction to a post-election expense report in Yamaguchi, removing listed labor payments for 13 people from the submission.
- Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki signaled interest in seeking a third term next autumn, as Hokkaido authorities investigated a fatal house fire in Otofuke and a ¥2.5 million special-fraud case in Asahikawa.