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Japan's job market tightens as unemployment rate drops and employment rises, with industries like manufacturing, lodging, and food services leading the way. The Bank of Japan monitors the labor market for signs of wage hikes, while the prime minister is expected to advocate for higher wages in a parliamentary speech. Japan's chronic labor shortage poses long-term economic challenges, with serious challenges in construction and logistics sectors.
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