21:49 (12:49)â¢Land Prices Soar Nationwide for Third Year Running
âšThe newspapers report extensively on the latest land price survey, showing a nationwide increase for the third consecutive year (Nikkei, Chunichi, Hokkaido, NHK, TBS). Okinawa, Hokkaido, and Kumamoto lead the upward trend. The rise is attributed to urban redevelopment, low interest rates, and inbound tourism effects. Some sources continue to discuss the ongoing LDP presidential race (Sankei, Yahoo News Japan).