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flag Japan faces food inflation of 4%, squeezing family budgets and prompting lifestyle changes.

flag Food inflation in Japan has soared to 4%, with some families seeing costs rise by 25%. flag Housewife Taemi Komiyama now spends ¥50,000 ($336) monthly on food, prompting her to cut dining out and consider returning to work. flag Staples like rice and vegetables have seen significant price hikes, with real wages falling 0.3% in 2024. flag The Bank of Japan remains cautious on interest rate hikes, focusing on core inflation that excludes fresh food.

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