Japan farm minister meets media on rice comment

Japan farm minister meets media on rice comment

Japanese agriculture minister Taku Eto meets the press in Tokyo on May 19, 2025, following his controversial comments about receiving rice from supporters. During a speech the previous day, Eto said he has not needed to buy rice because supporters give it to him, a remark expected to draw criticism from households hit by rice shortages and surging prices.

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