March inflation figures for the Tokyo area showed a surprising increase, with the core rate rising from 0.8% to 1.1%, leading to an overall inflation rate of 2.9%. This uptick is primarily driven by food prices, with fresh food inflation at 12.9%. Despite the rise, the core rate is expected to remain below 2%, indicating no significant threat to monetary policy. The JPY saw slight stability against the US Dollar, though upcoming US tariffs may influence future movements.