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Yen weakens to record low against Singdollar, benefiting S’pore tourists

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The yen hit a record low of 111.6 against the Singapore dollar on Nov 13.

The yen hit a record low of 111.6 against the Singapore dollar on Nov 13.

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SINGAPORE - Travelling to Japan and splurging on omakase meals, Suntory and Nikka whiskies, and anything from Onitsuka Tiger sneakers to Uniqlo basics just got even cheaper for Singaporeans.

The yen hit a record low of 111.6 against the Singapore dollar on Monday, its weakest since 2010, according to financial data provider MarketWatch’s records.

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