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flag Japan's birth rate hit a record low in 2025, continuing a decade-long decline amid aging and shrinking population concerns.

flag Japan's birth rate fell for the 10th straight year in 2025, with 705,809 babies born—a 2.1% drop from 2024—according to preliminary health ministry data. flag The decline, driven by low fertility, delayed marriages, and shifting societal trends, continues to worsen Japan’s aging and shrinking population. flag Despite a slight rise in marriages, births remain at record lows, fueling concerns over labor shortages, rising social security costs, and a shrinking tax base. flag Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has called the situation a "quiet state of emergency" and introduced new policies targeting childcare costs and workplace support, but progress remains limited.

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