Japan’s average rice price hit a record high of 4,285 yen per 5 kg in the week through May 18, according to...
Japan’s core inflation rose to 3.5% in April, driven by a 98.4% surge in rice prices year-on-year. This exceeded forecasts and reinforced...
Despite the central government releasing 210,000 tons of stockpiled rice in March auctions, only 7.1% (14,998 tons) reached retailers by April 27....
Japan’s soaring rice prices are reshaping consumer habits and agricultural priorities. With a 5kg bag of rice now costing over ¥4,200 (\$29)—double...
Japan will release 300,000 tons of reserve rice through July, with 60% allocated to retailers to speed up distribution and lower consumer...
Japan’s agriculture ministry will hold its third rice auction from April 23–25, offering 100,000 tons of 2023 stockpiled rice, including premium varieties...
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...
Japan's core inflation probably accelerated in March from the previous month as rice prices rose, a Reuters poll showed, a sign of...
In response to rising rice prices, the Japanese government is releasing stockpiled rice from its reserves, with two installments of 210,000 tons...