UPDATE 1-Strength in Japanese loan demand expected to leave scope for more BOJ hikes

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* Lenders see increased demand for funds, quarterly survey shows * BOJ deputy chief Himino says financial conditions still easy * Financial conditions key to predicting timing of next rate hike * BOJ

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