Nearly a million more deaths than births in Japan last year
Summary
Japan experienced a significant drop in population last year, with far more deaths than births. The country recorded roughly 908,000 more deaths than births, marking the largest population decline since 1968. Japan's government is working on policies to encourage childbirth, but challenges remain due to cultural and economic factors.Key Facts
- In 2024, Japan saw 908,574 more deaths than births.
- Japan had 686,061 births, the lowest number since 1899.
- For every baby born, more than two people died.
- The population decline marks the 16th consecutive year.
- Nearly 30% of Japan's population is aged 65 or older.
- Japan's working-age population has fallen to about 60%.
- There are now 3.6 million foreign residents in Japan, about 3% of the total population.
- Many Japanese towns and villages are experiencing population decline, with nearly four million homes abandoned over two decades.
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