Tokyo Gas raises household base charge for first time in 46 years

5 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 27

The company will increase the standard household monthly bill by about 2.6% starting in October 2026.
This adjustment addresses rising operational costs and declining gas consumption, marking the first basic charge hike since 1980.
The move reflects broader challenges in Japan’s energy sector as utilities respond to shifting demand and economic pressures.

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