Japan emerges from recession but growth subdued

By Leika Kihara and Tetsushi Kajimoto TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's economy rebounded from recession in the final quarter of last year but growth was weaker than expected as household and corporate spending disappointed, underlining the challenge premier Shinzo Abe faces in shaking off decades of stagnation. Economic Minister Akira Amari told reporters after the data's release that the economy was on track for a recovery with signs consumer sentiment is picking up. "These are somewhat