The latest positive shift in Japan’s economic index indicates it might be a good time to invest in Japanese stocks. For decades, investors across the world have turned to Japanese businesses for capital growth.
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What Are the Best Japanese Stocks to Buy?
Using the TipRanks Stock Comparison tool, this piece looks at three stocks that currently show over 10% upside. All three carry at least a Buy rating from TipRanks’ AI Analyst.
You can click on any of the tickers mentioned to dig deeper into each name before deciding whether it deserves a spot in your portfolio.

Yaskawa Electric (YASKY) — This Japanese multinational company specializes in industrial automation, robotics, and motion control systems. It boasts a strong presence across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
OpenAI-4o ranks YASKY stock with a score of 72 out of 100, with an average price target of $58. This indicates approximately 16% upside potential from current trading levels.
Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTTYY) — This is one of the biggest telecom companies in the world. Nippon serves a large portion of the top 100 companies on the Fortune 500 list. It is active across business segments such as mobile and internet services, system integration and cloud offerings, as well as energy solutions.
OpenAI-4o ranks NTTYY stock with a score of 72 out of 100, with an average price target of $28 that implies almost 13% growth potential.
Honda Motor Company (HMC) — Honda is one of the most popular automakers in the world. It produces mass-market vehicles, motorcycles, and power equipment. The Japanese company is the world’s largest producer of motorcycles and internal combustion engines (when measured by units).
OpenAI-4o rates HMC stock with a score of 73 out of 100. This comes with a price target of $35, suggesting 15.51% upside potential.
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