TOKYO/OSAKA -- The price hikes in Japan have spread to appliances including air conditioners, dishwashers and refrigerators, as companies such as Daikin Industries and Panasonic struggle with the surging costs of raw materials.
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Daikin, Panasonic join in Japan's price hikes for appliances
Companies losing fight to keep goods cheap as materials and transport costs rise
Demand for air conditioners remains strong in Japan despite rising prices. © Kyodo
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