Preliminary results from Japan’s 2025 census indicate the population fell 2.5 percent, marking the steepest decline on record and the third consecutive drop in the five-year survey.
The data released on May 29 confirm a continued contraction in the national headcount. Officials described the latest figure as the largest percentage decrease recorded since the census began.
The nationwide count is conducted every five years. This round follows similar declines reported in prior surveys.
Keywords associated with the release include references to Tokyo and Hokkaido, highlighting regional aspects of the trend.