Japan’s Kihara: Must take steps against 'excessive' yen moves

Japanese Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Seiji Kihara urges the country’s government to take necessary steps to counter excessive declines in the yen.

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"As for excessive, one-sided currency moves, we will closely watch developments and must take steps as needed."

The government will consider "in the not so distant future" relaxing strict border measures to further open Japan's borders to overseas visitors.