ABSTRACT
The “Reiwa Rice Riots” in Japan exhibit three key characteristics: rice shortages, soaring prices, and historical significance. Triggered by sudden shifts in supply and demand for rice produced in 2023, shortages and fierce competition for rice emerged, causing prices to skyrocket. This...
Masayuki Ogawa
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Department of Agricultural Economics, School of Agriculture, Academic Association, Utsunomiya University, JapanJob Title
Assistant professorE-mail
ogawa.masayuki@a.utsunomiya-u.ac.jpLatest Submission of the Author
Characteristics of the Japan Rice Shortage as “Reiwa Rice Riots”