‘Please avoid panic buying’: Japan gripped by fears of a naphtha shortage. What is it? The Irish Times‘Remain calm’: Japan is gripped by fears of a naphtha shortage. What is it and why are people worried? The GuardianDue to insufficient crude oil supply, 70% of Japanese people believe the government should call for energy conservation. BitgetPrime Minister Takaichi faces a sharp 12-point drop in public support arabnews.jpEssential Goods Cost More in Japan as Naphtha Prices Rise; Consumers to Pay More For Diapers, Sanitary Products The Japan News