In Japan, eateries specializing in omurice, a popular rice-filled omelette dish, are experiencing a sudden blow due to the increasing cost of chicken eggs. Recent demand pressures combined with the rising costs of poultry farming are causing a significant surge in egg prices. This situation is putting a financial strain on restaurants, particularly those that rely heavily on eggs for their dishes, such as omurice restaurants. The consequences may lead to a hike in menu prices or a change in recipes to mitigate the impact.

In Japan, modest price changes in household food items like eggs are given high attention, as it impacts the daily life of consumers and small businesses heavily. Particularly, for beloved dishes like omurice, people would be sensitive to alterations in quality or price. This issue also highlights an underlying concern about the possible influence of climate change or international trade instability on food prices.

In the US or EU, such fluctuations in the price of basic food commodities like eggs also have significant impact. For instance, the 2015 bird flu crisis in the US resulted in a sharp increase in the price of eggs and greatly affected businesses relying on them. Similarly, the 2017 fipronil contamination scandal in Europe disrupted the egg market severely.