Harry Ishihara, a macro strategist for Macrobond and the Japan Exchange Group, shares insights into Japan's economic transformation. He discusses the surprising rise in core inflation to 2.6% after decades of stagnation and the implications of a weakened yen. The conversation explores how companies are starting to raise prices and wages, possibly signaling a revitalized economy. Harry delves into potential challenges, including consumer adaptation and the impacts of currency fluctuations on Japan's competitiveness and investment landscape.