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	Japan Update April 27, 2019

	Businesses cash in on  Reiwa era changeover TOKYO -- With the accession  of the crown prince to emperor heralding a new era, many  businesses in Japan are hoping  for a fresh start for the lackluster economy. The changeover to the Reiwa era  will boost consumption by  377 billion yen ($3.4 billion)  during an unprecedented 10-day  public holiday, SMBC Nikko   Securities predicts. And businesses from restaurants to department  stores to wedding venues are  ready to make the most of the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
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