Inflation in Japan's capital Tokyo hit 4 percent for the first time in four decades at the end of 2022, lifting speculation over a shift in the Bank of Japan's massive monetary easing stance.
Separate data showed an unexpected fall in overall household spending in November, driven by rising consumer prices.
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by Renju Jaya
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