Japan Sends Senior Envoy to Beijing as Travel Warning From China Hits Tokyo Markets

Overview

• Japanese media said senior diplomat Masaaki Kanai arrived in Beijing to meet counterpart Liu Jinsong in a bid to de‑escalate and reaffirm no change in Japan's security policy.
• China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism advised citizens to avoid trips to Japan, citing safety concerns linked to recent remarks on Taiwan.
• Tokyo shares tied to inbound demand fell sharply, with Shiseido down 11.4%, Takashimaya off 6%, Fast Retailing nearly 6%, and Japan Airlines down 3.4%.
• Japan scrambled fighter jets after a suspected Chinese drone flew between Yonaguni and Taiwan on Nov. 15, the Defense Ministry said.
• Beijing summoned Japan's ambassador to lodge a strong protest and warned of an 'overwhelming' defeat if Japan used force over Taiwan, as state media condemned Takaichi's statement.