Decline in Births Reaches New Low for January-June Period in Japan
Japan is experiencing a continued decline in both births and marriages, according to preliminary reports for the first half of 2022.
The number of babies born in Japan from January to June 2022 has decreased by 3.1% compared to the same period last year, reaching a record low of 339,280. This follows a downward trend that has been observed since around 1975.
The annual number of babies born in Japan fell below 800,000 in 2022, a significant drop from the previous year. In fact, the annual number of babies born in Japan first dipped below one million back in 2016.
The number of babies born in Japan for the first half of 2022 is below 400,000 for the fourth consecutive year. This trend is concerning, as it indicates a continued decline in Japan's birth rate.
In addition to the decline in births, the number of marriages in Japan is also on the decrease. The number of marriages in Japan for the first half of 2022 is 238,561, a drop of 4.0% compared to the previous year. This marks the first decrease in two years, after a small increase was observed in 2021.
The number of divorces in Japan for the first half of 2022 is 93,755, a drop of 4.1% compared to the previous year. Despite the decrease in marriages, the number of divorces remains relatively stable.
It is worth noting that this data includes babies born to foreigners living in Japan and Japanese nationals living overseas.
If the decrease in births in the second half of 2022 continues at the same pace as the first half, the number for the whole of 2025 may rewrite the record low for baby births in Japan. However, the search results do not provide a specific forecasted number of newborns in Japan for 2025, even if the birth rate in the second half of the year remains the same as in the first half. Therefore, no exact figure for the predicted number of births in Japan in 2025 can be given based on the available data.
These trends are a cause for concern for Japan's future, as a declining population can have a significant impact on the country's economy and social structure. Policymakers are currently exploring various solutions to address this issue, including measures to support child-rearing and attract more foreign workers to Japan.
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