Unemployment Rate

Japan Unemployment Rate

The percentage of individuals eligible for work and are currently looking for employment but unable to secure a position. Rising unemployment is a negative indicator that foreshadows a probable reduction in consumer spending.

Date Value Previous Change
Mar 2013 4.1 4.3 -0.20 
Feb 2013 4.3 4.2 +0.10 
Jan 2013 4.2 4.3 -0.10 
Dec 2012 4.3 4.2 +0.10 
Oct 2012 4.2 4.3 -0.10 
Sep 2012 4.3 4.2 +0.10 
Aug 2012 4.2 4.3 -0.10 
Jul 2012 4.3 4.3 -- 
Jun 2012 4.3 4.4 -0.10 
May 2012 4.4 4.5 -0.10