Group 1 - Japan's Chief Trade Negotiator and Minister of Economic Revitalization, Akizawa Ryozo, will visit the United States from April 30 to May 2 [1] - Japan's stance on seeking the elimination of tariffs remains unchanged [1] - Japan aims to find a middle ground through investments and other means [1] Group 2 - Japan is considered a special country for the United States [1] - Japan will not sacrifice its agricultural sector for the benefit of the automotive industry [1]