9 million vacant homes in Japan, a record high, due to declining population and aging society.

9 million vacant homes plague Japan, a record high and a significant problem as the nation faces a declining population. Known as "akiya," these derelict residential homes are more commonly found in rural areas but are increasingly seen in major cities such as Tokyo and Kyoto. The issue is not a surplus of housing but a lack of people, as the government grapples with an aging population and a decrease in birth rates.

May 08, 2024
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