Wagyu prices fall as Japan turns to crossbred beef after tax hike - Nikkei Asia
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TOKYO -- Prices of Japan's prime quality wagyu beef are on a downward trend as consumers tighten their purse strings following the country's 
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Wagyu prices fall as Japan turns to crossbred beef after tax hike - Nikkei Asia
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