Japan's Population Challenges and Solutions

What is the main demographic challenge Japan has been facing since 2010?

• Increasing birth rates

• Declining population

• Rising immigration

• Decreasing life expectancy

What is one of the primary reasons for Japan's low birth rate?

• Delayed marriage and career focus

• High cost of living

• Government policies

• Lack of interest in marriage

How has the average age of marriage for Japanese women changed since 1975?

• Decreased from 30 to 24

• Increased from 24 to nearly 30

• Increased from 30 to 35

• Remained the same at 24

What societal expectation affects Japanese women after having children?

• To start their own business

• To pursue higher education

• To quit their jobs

• To continue working full-time

What is the cultural view in Japan regarding children born outside of marriage?

• It is widely accepted

• It is encouraged by the government

• There is a significant social stigma

• It is more common than within marriage

What is one consequence of Japan's aging population?

• Overbooked crematoriums

• Decreased life expectancy

• Increased birth rates

• More young people in small towns

What is 'womenomics' aiming to achieve in Japan?

• Increase male employment

• Encourage women to stay at home

• Promote women's participation in the workforce

• Reduce the retirement age for women

How could Japan potentially address its worker shortages?

• By increasing taxes

• By loosening immigration laws

• By reducing working hours

• By increasing retirement age

What role do robots play in Japan's strategy to address its demographic issues?

• They are used to care for the elderly

• They are seen as a threat to jobs

• They are replacing teachers in schools

• They are used to increase birth rates

What is one reason Japan is hesitant to allow large-scale immigration?

• Desire to preserve Japanese culture

• High unemployment rates

• Lack of available housing

• Fear of economic decline