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Japan vs France Inflation
Japan moved above France in 1961. In 1960 France stood at roughly 116% of Japan’s Inflation; today the figure is about 30%, and the pair was closest in 1975 (100%).
| Year | Japan | France | France as % of Japan |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 3.57% | 4.14% | 116% |
| 1970 | 6.92% | 5.3% | 77% |
| 1980 | 7.78% | 13.56% | 174% |
| 1990 | 3.08% | 3.19% | 104% |
| 2000 | -0.68% | 1.67% | — |
| 2010 | -0.73% | 1.53% | — |
| 2020 | -0.02% | 0.48% | — |
| 2025 | 3.17% | 0.94% | 30% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Japan move above France in Inflation?
In 1961. Japan’s published Inflation rose above France’s that year.
How do Japan and France compare today?
Japan is ahead: 3.17% against 0.94% — the trailing economy stands at about 30% 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: