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Germany vs Japan Inflation
Japan moved above Germany in 1972. In 1960 Germany stood at roughly 43% of Japan’s Inflation; today the figure is about 68%, and the pair was closest in 1985 (102%).
| Year | Germany | Japan | Japan as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 3.57% | 1.54% | 43% |
| 1970 | 6.92% | 3.45% | 50% |
| 1980 | 7.78% | 5.44% | 70% |
| 1990 | 3.08% | 2.7% | 88% |
| 2000 | -0.68% | 1.44% | — |
| 2010 | -0.73% | 1.1% | — |
| 2020 | -0.02% | 0.14% | — |
| 2025 | 3.17% | 2.17% | 68% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Japan move above Germany in Inflation?
In 1972. Japan’s published Inflation rose above Germany’s that year.
How do Germany and Japan compare today?
Japan is ahead: 3.17% against 2.17% — the trailing economy stands at about 68% of the leader.
Are these Inflation figures nominal or adjusted?
The series is a share expressed in annual %, exactly as the World Bank publishes it; movements are percentage points, not percent.
Full series
Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations: