Taro Aso:

  • FX movements have implications for the economy
  • One-sided abrupt, speculative movements in FX have further intensified
  • Will keep a close eye on FX and will respond if necessary
  • Steps will be in line with agreement at G20

Sounds like it's a matter of 'when' and not 'if'... or maybe that's what he wants the USD/JPY shorts to think.

Kuroda, meanwhile was out with his usual like that he will take additional steps if necessary.