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Japan's Household Spending Rises Despite Falling Food Costs

8/11/2025

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Japan's household spending increased by 1.3% in June, fueled by auto purchases and rising electricity costs.
Average spending for households of two or more reached 295,419 yen.
Food spending decreased by 2.1%, with rice purchases down 12.1%.
Energy and water expenses rose by 6.3%, while housing costs climbed 11.6%.
Average monthly income for salaried households declined by 1.3% to 976,268 yen.

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Story summary

Japan's household spending increased by 1.3% in June, fueled by auto purchases and rising electricity costs.
Average spending for households of two or more reached 295,419 yen.
Food spending decreased by 2.1%, with rice purchases down 12.1%.
Energy and water expenses rose by 6.3%, while housing costs climbed 11.6%.
Average monthly income for salaried households declined by 1.3% to 976,268 yen.