Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said at a regular press conference on Monday that Japan is concerned about unilateral and sudden fluctuations in the foreign exchange market and will take appropriate measures against excessive trends. Kihara Minoru said that the foreign exchange market should fluctuate steadily, reflecting fundamentals. A weak yen has both advantages and disadvantages.

Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said at a regular press conference on Monday that Japan is concerned about unilateral and sudden fluctuations in the foreign exchange market and will take appropriate measures against excessive trends. Kihara Minoru said that the foreign exchange market should fluctuate steadily, reflecting fundamentals. A weak yen has both advantages and disadvantages.