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Japan’s Rice Prices Fall Below ¥3,000 for First Time in Two Years

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Rice prices in Japan have dropped below ¥3,000 for a 5-kilogram bag for the first time since September 2024. This price decrease follows an increase in rice supplies after a period of shortages. The change reflects shifts in supply conditions affecting the Japanese rice market.

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