Prominent figures from Japan’s business and civil sectors have called for sustained and constructive dialogue with China, warning that reckless political actions could severely damage bilateral economic ties. This appeal follows controversial remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan, which sparked strong protests from Beijing. Yoshinobu Tsutsui, chairman of the Japan Business Federation, emphasized the importance of political stability as a foundation for economic exchanges, urging the government to prioritize dialogue. Ken Kobayashi of the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry highlighted the inseparable economic relationship between the two nations, while Mutsuo Iwai of the Japan Association of Corporate Executives stressed the need to maintain private-sector engagement. Political economist Kazuyuki Hamada criticized Takaichi’s lack of insight into Japan-China relations, expressing concerns over potential regional tensions and the economic fallout from reduced Chinese tourism and student exchanges. China remains Japan’s largest source of tourists and international students, with significant economic implications. Masaaki Kanai, director-general of the Japanese Foreign Ministry’s Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau, recently visited China, with hopes of fostering future-oriented proposals to rebuild bilateral relations. Experts warn that prolonged tensions could disrupt trade, investment, and supply chains, with broader regional and global consequences.