TOKYO -- Having suffered from decades of deflation, Japan is now seeing price hikes spread to a range of items, from electricity to mayonnaise, squeezing household budgets by raising costs for basic necessities and services.
Economy
Japan's inflation spreads to tuna and beef bowls, slamming households
High energy costs, weak yen and supply problems drive up prices
Higher prices have hit Japanese consumers on everything from food to fuel. (Photo by Tasuku Ikeda)
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