Japanese rice prices have risen sharply.

VTV.vn - Rice prices in Japan continue to set new records, putting significant pressure on consumer spending amid persistent food inflation.

A survey by Japan's Ministry of Agriculture , Forestry and Fisheries of approximately 1,000 supermarkets nationwide shows that the average price of a 5kg bag of rice has risen to 4,335 yen (equivalent to over 700,000 VND). This is an increase of 23 yen compared to the previous week and surpasses the record set in early November. This also marks the 13th consecutive week that rice prices have exceeded 4,000 yen.

The primary cause identified is a drop in production due to prolonged extreme heatwaves starting in the summer of 2024. Faced with rising prices, many Japanese people have been forced to switch to cheaper foods such as bread and noodles.

This week, Thai rice prices also rose to their highest level in over four months due to supply concerns stemming from flooding in the south. In contrast, Indian rice prices slipped to near their lowest level in a month.

According to a Bangkok trader, the price of 5% broken Thai rice is being offered at $375 per ton this week, up from $370 per ton last week due to the impact of flooding. This is the highest price recorded since July 24th. The trader explained that this price increase only applies to Thai rice from the southern region due to the flooding there.

In India, parboiled rice with 5% broken grains fell from $348-356/tonne last week to $347-354/tonne this week, the lowest level in almost a month. White rice with 5% broken grains is priced between $340-345/tonne. Demand for Indian rice saw a slight improvement this week as prices fell in line with the rupee's record low. BV Krishna Rao, President of the Indian Rice Exporters Association, commented that the weakening rupee is enabling exporters to lower prices to increase competitiveness in attracting demand.

Meanwhile, in Vietnam, 5% broken rice is being offered at $365-370 per ton, up from $359-363 per ton a week earlier, marking the highest level since early November 2025.

Source: https://vtv.vn/gia-gao-nhat-ban-tang-manh-10025120709453481.htm