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Japan’s rice prices continue to rise despite government intervention

Retail rice prices in Japan climbed for the 14th straight week, reaching ¥4,214 ($29.30) for a 5-kg bag—more than double last year’s...

In response to rising rice prices, the Japanese government is releasing stockpiled rice from its reserves, with two installments of 210,000 tons...

Japan’s government will release more rice from emergency reserves to curb soaring prices, with a third auction of 100,000 tons set for...