TOKYO -- Japan's rice price has declined for the first time in 18 weeks, but market watchers are uncertain to what degree further releases from reserves and increasing imports will lower prices.
Food & Beverage
Japan seeks to rein in rice price, after it doubles in a year
Importers lift purchases, as government steps up releases from its reserves
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Japanese retailer Aeon will begin selling 100% California rice starting in June. (Photo by Marina Inoue)
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