Demographics

The emergence of new “Chinatowns” in Japan signifies a historical shift in the country’s social composition.

A new study suggests that censuses may have left between 1 and 3 billion people unaccounted for, particularly in rural areas.

As Chinese migration continues to rise, the interaction between the two cultures deepens. This marks a new era of integration with Japan.

Japanese restaurants have come up with a potential solution to address its demographic crisis, which also impacts its workforce. Specifically, they plan to use robots to automate the service sector.

Japan has struggled with centralization for years, but in 2025, officials announced measures to combat it.

In December, the Asian country officially declared itself a “super-aged” society, with 20% of its population being 65 or older.

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.