Japanese media continued its strong focus on US President Trump's evolving trade policies throughout the day. Reports highlighted Japan-U.S. tariff negotiations entering uncharted territory, a critical development following previous days' discussions on broader tariff impacts and the potential reshaping of the dollar-dependent financial system. Concurrently, new strategic economic news emerged with Nissan's plan to begin exporting electric vehicles from China in 2026, targeting Southeast Asia and the Middle East, a significant move leveraging competitive Chinese production. This corporate strategy indicates an adaptation to global market shifts. Domestic coverage also noted early voting procedures and, later, the initial assessments of the Upper House election, continuing themes from the campaign's start.