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Elderly Outnumber Children in Japan Prefectures
Japan's elderly now outnumber children in nearly all prefectures, signaling a graying population trend.
In brief
Japan's elderly now outnumber children in nearly all prefectures, signaling a graying population trend. Japan's share of children in population could drop below 10% by 2030, with elderly outnumbering children in nearly all prefectures. Originally reported by Nikkei Asia.
Japan's Census Data
Almost every prefecture in Japan has more elderly residents than young children according to the latest census data.
Demographic Shift
The share of children in Japan's population could fall below 10% by 2030, indicating a rapidly aging society.
Population Trend
Japan's population has been declining for 42 years, with the number of births rising for the first time in 11 years.
Graying Population
This demographic shift signals a graying population, with elderly residents outnumbering children in nearly all prefectures.
Future Projection
By 2030, Japan's share of children in the population is projected to drop below 10%, deepening the aging crisis.
The key point
Japan's share of children in population could drop below 10% by 2030, with elderly outnumbering children in nearly all prefectures.
