GDP annualized decline of 3.7
Jan-Mar, affected by the earthquake
May 19, 2011, Tokyo, Japan - Tokyo Tower is shown far off in the distance in between office buildings in downtown Tokyo. Japan's economy falls into a recession after it shrinks 3.7 percent in the first quarter. Since the March 11 earthquake and tsunami, major disruptions affected production with several companies and prompted consumers to reduce spending. (Photo by Christopher Jue/AFLO) [2331]