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flag Japan's population fell to 123.8 million in 2024, marking 14 years of decline due to low birth rates.

flag Japan's population, including foreign residents, fell to 123.8 million in October 2024, marking the 14th straight year of decline. flag The Japanese population alone dropped by 898,000 to 120.3 million. flag The working-age population decreased by 224,000 to 73.7 million, while the number of foreign residents surged by over 350,000 to 3.5 million. flag The decline is attributed to a low birth rate and a shrinking workforce, leading to severe labor shortages.

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