Japan's Population Is In Rapid Decline
New figures from the government show that the estimated count of babies born in 2018 has dropped to a historic low. "We know we must address the birthrate," a Japanese official says.
Japan's birthrate has dropped to a historic level, the lowest since data gathering began in 1899.
That's what The Japan Times has reported, citing government figures released Friday.
For years, Japan has seen a in its population, leading experts and lawmakers to consider the economic and social repercussions.
