Then again he always says that

  • Japanese economy gradually emerging from slowdown
  • Looking at ways that BOJ can boost growth
  • CPI seems to be rising gradually
  • Uncertainty remains on impact of rising commodity prices
  • Recent upbeat US economic reports are not entrenched

USD/JPY is towards the bottow of it’s 30-pip session range. Some early fixing demand helped support but there seems to be a constant stream of offers from Japanese corporates. Bulls are hoping that Kampo will appear near 82.50 and the stops are building below 82.25.