he will be the first world leader to meet emperor naruhito, who was installed last month after his father abdicated the throne due to old age. >> i think we right now probably have the best relationship with japan that we've ever had. >> reporter: the president started his visit at a dinner with several dozen japanese and american business leaders. he said their two countries are working hard to craft a bilateral trade deal. >> japan has had a substantial edge for many, many years. but that's okay. maybe that's why you like us so much. but we'll get it a little bit more fair, i think. >> reporter: japanese prime minister shinzo abe plans to treat president trump to some of his favorite things. the two are expected to play golf tomorrow, and eat hamburgers. then, they will attend a sumo wrestling championship, where the president will present a "trump cup" to the winner. the itinerary illustrates a continued charm offensive on