Japan's population crisis reaches tipping point - Financial Times
When it comes to living with a shrinking and ageing population, the data clearly shows that Japan is ahead of other countries, but also that its path isn't unique, and neither are the potential solutions. So the rest of the world is watching to find out; can a country shrink and grow old gracefully without losing its economic power and making success much harder to come by for the young?
This is a video about Japan's unique combination of low birthrates, agedness, and low immigration. Despite these Japan may be better positioned to handle the demographic transition than most due to its extensive history and high level of social cohesion.