“Based on current economic, price outlook, BOJ likely to maintain accommodative monetary conditions for time being.”

“Will guide monetary policy appropriately in accordance with economic, price, financial developments.”

“Not there yet to allow market forces to fully drive long-term interest rate moves.”

“Despite our tweak to monetary policy framework, there are side-effects remaining.”

“Our monetary easing had some effect in underpinning economic growth.”

“Japan's economy is showing some signs of weakness but is recovering moderately.”

“Rises in services prices pushing up overall inflation.”

“Positive wage-inflation cycle is likely to continue.”