Portion of government rice stockpile to hit shelves as early as next week

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1. So I wonder what would happen if the prices remain high or become even higher (which is a distinct possibility)? Will the government directly intervene by becoming a wholesaler themself or force current wholesalers to release their stock or start demonizing them openly

2. The government specifically said that retailers don’t have to disclose that it’s from the stockpile. However it will be labeled as “ブレンド米” (blended rice) if you want to avoid it.

3. I’m a resident and don’t even know how much rice costs generally speaking.  

   What’s a good price for rice vs what it is now?