TOKYO -- Comments by Japan's top currency diplomat on Wednesday suggest that Tokyo may be ready to defend the currency even from moderate declines, market watchers said, as high inflation remains a risk.
Tokyo seen taking broader view of 'excessive volatility' on inflation fears

Further yen depreciation against the dollar could spark renewed inflation in Japan after a period of falling import prices. © Reuters
TOKYO -- Comments by Japan's top currency diplomat on Wednesday suggest that Tokyo may be ready to defend the currency even from moderate declines, market watchers said, as high inflation remains a risk.