In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest ‘Misguided’ Rules Fueling Shortages
A scarcity of rice is causing discontent among farmers and consumers in Japan and drawing attention to a policy some say has ...
April Fools’ Prank Goes Wrong as Japan Frets Over Rice Shortage
Rice prices in Japan are no laughing matter, as food vendor Hokka Hokka Tei found on Tuesday when an April Fools’ prank went ...
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Retailer Aeon to sell Japan-U.S. blended rice
With rice prices staying high, Japanese retail giant Aeon said Wednesday that it will sell a blend of rice produced in Japan and the United States. Under the name "Nisui no Takumi," the blended ...