Demographics

In Japan, an increasing number of older adults are committing crimes to gain access to free housing and welfare in prison.

Estimating the population of the Seven Kingdoms is challenging, even for a demographer used to working with fantasy worlds.

Using historical demography techniques, a researcher estimated the population of Tolkien’s fictional world.

China has positioned itself as a pioneer in integrating advanced robotics into elder care.

An economics professor highlights the key factors needed to avoid demographic collapse and ensure a stable future for Japan.

“Energy is limited, so I have to cut out things that drain me the most. And the first thing to go? Dating,” says one young man.

The desire to live forever, or at least to postpone death for as long as possible, has long been one of humanity’s greatest obsessions.

“There is no time to spare,” the Tokyo governor warned as she announced the plan.

The akiya phenomenon offers a great investment opportunity, but buyers should read the “small print.”

It may sound like science fiction, but it’s an emerging dystopian reality in the country.

Conservative leader Naoki Hyakuta has ignited debate with some of his provocative “science fiction” solutions.

The country is preparing for an increase in the number of inhabitants over 60 and a loss of young workers.