How Japan Manages Population Growth
- Strict immigration – limits inbound settlement.
- Low fertility – ~1.3 children/woman (below replacement).
- Aging society – median age ~49; shrinking workforce.
- Urbanization – concentrates population, preserves rural land.
- Technology – boosts land/energy efficiency, agri productivity.
- Economic policies – incentives for families, female labor participation.
- Cultural norms – collective responsibility encourages modest family size.
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