The Straits TimesBusiness
Why price hikes are a tough sell in Japan
Decades of deflation have trained Japanese consumers to expect prices to stay low, making increases a tough sell even as inflation rises. Businesses face a challenge persuading shoppers that higher prices are now necessary for many firms.
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