Japan Flashcards
What do they have the lowest of?
Birth and fertility rates
What is japans total population?
127.9 million in 2014
What areas are densely populated?
The urban areas because 70% of the land is mountainous
Why did the population grow?(environmental)
Soils, temperature and seasonal warmth
What may have had an impact on birth rates?
Woman becoming increasingly part of the workforce - 1.4
What stage of the DTM?
Stage 5
What is thought to happen with Japans population?
Thought to decline by 30% in 2050
What is their average life expectancy?
83
Over 65’s percentage of population?
23.9%
Young dependants population percentage?
13.5%
What is the dependency ratio?
60
By 2025 what percentage of population will be over 65?
33%
Reasons for ageing population?
Excellent healthcare/living standards Low fat diets Clean air Woman educated and focused on careers Contraception / lack of sex (50% stopped) Price of schooling high
What percentage of governments budget is spent on pensions?
25%
What percentage is spent on the elderly?
40%
What is shrinking fast?
The working population - negative impact on domestic economic growth
How many Japanese live alone with no support?
3.8 million people
What is still very successful?
The manufacturing industry due to globalisation
Less pressure on schools
New robot technology
What is their an increasing demand for?
Leisure activities and tourism - generates jobs and money
What responses have japan used?
Raised taxes by 5% Raise retirement age to 70 Pro natal policies - increase birth rate Robot technology Immigration of skilled workers
Where do japan get there immigrants from?
China and south East Asian countries
