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By Rintaro Kaizuka and Hiroyuki Sato / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writers
16:48 JST,
March 28, 2025
The first lots of government-stockpiled rice, released to ease distribution, have reached shelves at supermarkets and other stores, sparking a mix of anticipation and apprehension among retailers.