Key Facts
• July sees over 2,000 food items’ prices increase, led by seasonings and snacks.
• 2,105 items affected due to rising raw material costs and labor expenses.
• Seasonings, including curry roux and broth, account for 1,445 items.
• Snacks, such as chocolate and potato chips, see 196 items increase in price.
• Processed foods, like packaged rice, rise by 117 items due to higher rice costs.
• 2025 may surpass 20,000 price hikes, matching 2022’s record levels.
Summary
In July 2025, over 2,000 food items, primarily seasonings and snacks, experienced price hikes due to increased raw material and labor costs. According to Teikoku Databank, 2,105 items were affected, with seasonings accounting for 1,445 items, snacks for 196, and processed foods like packaged rice for 117. This trend suggests that the total number of price increases in 2025 could exceed 20,000 items, potentially matching the record levels of 2022. The ongoing price surge highlights the impact of rising production costs on consumer goods.
