How Have Food Prices Changed in Tokyo?
Recent surveys indicate that Tokyo’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) has risen by 2.3% year-on-year, with particularly notable increases in fresh vegetables and meat prices.
Trends in Vegetable Prices（Compared to the average year: Apr. 2025）
- Tomatoes: 100%
- Daikon Radish: 135%
- Eggplant: 110%
- Green Pepper: 111%
- Spinach: 117%
- Onion: 110%
- Cabbage: 132%
- Cucumber: 111%
- Carrot: 160%
Source: Vegetable Total and Aggregate Information Network
https://vegetan.alic.go.jp/wp-content/uploads/0704_kouricyousa.pdf
Rice data
Retail prices in March 2025 (Tokyo) and year-on-year comparison
Koshihikari: ¥4,679 (March 2025) – ¥2,470 (March 2024)
Year-on-year comparison (189%)
Source: Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan website
(https://www.e-stat.go.jp/)
Impact on Restaurants & Strategies
- Rising Procurement Costs – Menu prices may need adjustments due to cost increases.
- Market Utilization – Using wholesale markets like Ota Market can help control expenses.
- Alternative Ingredients – Exploring stable-priced ingredients can help restaurants manage price fluctuations.
Future Price Outlook
If food supply shortages continue, prices may rise further. It is especially important to pay close attention to price fluctuations of imported food ingredients.