USD/JPY had dribbled lower since the Bank of Japan minutes earlier today:

Whiule assurances were given on loose policy there were notes of wariness on rising inflation.

Reuters have a recap posted:

  • Some members saw positive signs towards achieving price target
  • Board saw need to keep ultra-low rates, warn of uncertainties
  • BOJ kept policy steady at final meeting chaired by Kuroda
Kuroda bazooka meme 3

Kuroda fired his last shots just after this meeting.