Is Tokyo implementing changes in its workweek? Latest reports suggest that Tokyo is bringing in some significant changes in its workweek, and could change the working days to 4 days in a week. (You ...
As Japan grapples with a record-low fertility rate, Toyko's government is trying new strategies to try to encourage women to have more children. The capital's government is introducing a four-day ...
Japan faces a critical challenge with its fertility rate at an all-time low of 1.2 children per woman, far below the replacement level of 2.1 needed for a stable population.
At a time when Japan's fertility rate is at an all-time low, the new policy aims to encourage couples to become parents. According to the Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, despite the ...
One of Japan’s largest outdoor music festivals will be held in September instead of August from now on because summer temperatures are unbearable. The organizer of the Rock in Japan Festival ...
Japan is grappling with a demographic crisis with a fast-ageing population and tumbling fertility rates, which sank to an all-time low last year, threatening to further shrink the country’s ...
Sally Bonbon Japan Kawaii (“cute” in Japanese) Express was one of the stalls inside the Japan Arena at the Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 in Shillong. Ayano affirmed that there was a “warm-hearted ...
December marks the beginning of winter in Japan, offering a magical blend of cultural traditions, seasonal activities, and stunning natural beauty. With its unique mix of vibrant festivals ...
Japan is grappling with a significant decline in its fertility rate, which dropped to a record low of 1.2 in June, well below the 2.1 needed for population stability. Last year, only 727,277 births ...
"Lagging behind in women's empowerment is Japan's long-standing issue, and overcoming the status quo and making society more diverse and prosperous is key for our bright future," Yuriko Koike said.