Japan's population dips below 120M for first time in 42 years
Japan's population has fallen below 120 million for the first time since 1984, primarily due to declining birth rates and an increasing proportion of elderly people. As of early 2026, the population was approximately 119.74 million, representing a 0.76% decrease from the previous year, marking a continuous decline over the past 17 years. This demographic crisis poses economic and social challenges, including a shrinking workforce and rising social security burdens, with the lowest birth rate in history recorded at 1.14 children per woman. Despite government efforts to support families and encourage marriage and childbirth, the country continues to face population decline, with a focus on increasing birth and marriage rates among citizens.
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