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Japan's economy grew at a stronger pace than initially estimated in the fiscal first quarter, with real gross domestic product expanding at a seasonally adjusted 2.2% annualized rate from April to June.
This exceeded the preliminary estimate of 1.0% growth, as solid consumer spending and inventories lifted growth more than previously thought.
Quarter-on-quarter, Japan's GDP grew 0.5%, up from the initial estimate of 0.3% growth, marking the fifth straight quarter of expansion.
The improved figures come despite worries about U.S.
tariffs and domestic political uncertainty following Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's announcement that he is stepping down as head of the ruling party.
Private consumption rose 0.4%, better than the initial estimate of 0.2% growth, raising domestic demand growth into positive territory at 0.2% instead of contracting 0.1% as in earlier data.
Japan's benchmark Nikkei rose in morning trading despite the political developments.