Japan's Population Is In Rapid Decline
FULL ARTICLE HEREJapan's birthrate has dropped to a historic level, the lowest since data gathering began in 1899.
That's what The Japan Times has reported, citing government figures released Friday.
For years, Japan has seen a decline in its population, leading experts and lawmakers to consider the economic and social repercussions.
And on Friday, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare estimated that 921,000 babies will be born by the end of 2018 — 25,000 fewer than in the previous year.