Japan private rice inventories hit record 2.43 million tons in June

Japanese retail rice prices have declined for four consecutive weeks, reaching 3,373 yen for 5kg, confirmed by Mainichi EN. This trend coincides with record private rice inventories of 2.43 million tons by end-June, confirmed by NHK World. The sustained downward price trajectory and surplus stock indicate a stabilization of supply-side pressures, though future pricing remains uncertain.