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Japanese energy companies are ramping up investments in the U.S. upstream sector to hedge against rising natural gas prices, aligning with a broader strategy to manage price risks. As part of a trade agreement, Japan plans to invest $550 billion in the U.S. by 2029, with a focus on technology and infrastructure in energy. This initiative supports Japan's goal of achieving a 50% independent development ratio of oil and gas by 2030, while committing to $7 billion annually in U.S. energy purchases.