Japan’s Population Decline an ‘Urgent’ Issue for 70% of Those 50 and Older, Survey Finds
- Posted on March 27, 2026
- By The Japan News
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Japan’s Population Decline an ‘Urgent’ Issue for 70% of Those 50 and Older, Survey Finds

Over 70% of respondents aged 50 and older feel a sense of urgency regarding population decline, with the sentiment becoming stronger among older age groups, according to a survey by a private-sector expert panel.