TOKYO/NIIGATA, Japan — Japanese food manufacturers are exploring U.S. production to mitigate pricing and supply chain risks posed by looming tariffs imposed by the Trump administration that could reach 24% or higher.
Ginbis, a confection maker in Tokyo, is considering locating production capacity in the U.S. for its Tabekko Dobutsu animal crackers as well as its chocolate-flavored corn puffs, Shimi Choco Corn.