Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says Japan’s oil imports in July are set to return to the level seen before the Iran-war period. Both outlets report that Japan has historically depended heavily on Middle Eastern supply for its oil, with that region accounting for more than 90% of imports. Takaichi also states that Japan has since diversified its oil supply chain, reducing reliance on a single source area. The coverage focuses on the expectation that import volumes will normalize compared with the wartime period, rather than on specific contract changes or shipment details. Taken together, the reports present a picture of Japan moving back toward earlier import baselines while highlighting efforts to broaden sources of oil and improve supply resilience. The statements are attributed to Takaichi, and the articles do not provide additional figures beyond the characterization of Middle East dependence and the note about diversification.