FX.co ★ Japan Imports Beat Forecasts with Modest Gain

In June 2025, Japan experienced a slight rise in imports, recording a 0.2% increase from the previous year, totaling JPY 9,009.5 billion. This marks the first uptick in three months, defying market predictions of a 1.6% decline. This growth is largely attributed to Tokyo's initiatives aimed at enhancing domestic demand among both households and businesses. Notably, imports from China saw a 5.3% rise, while those from ASEAN countries and the European Union climbed by 3.5% and 14.7%, respectively. Conversely, there was a decrease in imports from the United States (-2.0%), Russia (-33.8%), and the Middle East (-21.2%).