The total population in Japan was estimated at 123.8 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Japan Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Historical dataset showing total population for Japan by year from 1950 to 2025.

The statistic shows the total population in Japan from 2020 to 2024, with projections up until 2030. In 2024, the total population of Japan amounted to around 123.89 million inhabitants. See the figures for the population of South Korea for comparison. Total population in Japan From steadily low fertility rates to a growing elderly population, it is no secret that Japan’s population is shrinking. Population growth rates jump around a little, but are currently following a declining trend. The post-war baby boom generation is now in the 65-and-over age group, and the percentage of the population in that category is expected to keep growing, as is indicated by a high median age and high life expectancy. Japan already has the highest percentage of its population over 65 in the world, and the aging population puts some pressure on the Japanese government to provide welfare services for more people as rising numbers leave the workforce. However, the amount of jobs opened up for the younger generations by the older generations leaving the workforce means that unemployment is kept to a minimum. Despite a jump in unemployment after the global recession hit in 2008, rates were almost back to pre-recession rates by 2013. Another factor affecting Japan is the number of emigrants to other countries. The United States absorbs a number of emigrants worldwide, so despite a stagnating birth rate, the U.S. has seen a steady rise in population.

Population growth (annual %) in Japan was reported at --0.43565 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Japan - Population growth (annual %) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

According to a projection made in 2023, it was forecast that the number of people aged 65 years or older in Japan would increase from about **** million in 2024 to around ** million people by 2033. By contrast, the number of children, as well as the working-age population, was forecast to shrink in the same period.

Population, male (% of total population) in Japan was reported at 48.78 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Japan - Population, male (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

Comprehensive socio-economic dataset for Japan including population demographics, economic indicators, geographic data, and social statistics. This dataset covers key metrics such as GDP, population density, area, capital city, and regional classifications.

Graph and download economic data for Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Working-Age Population Total: From 55 to 64 Years for Japan (LFWA55TTJPM647N) from Jan 1968 to Jul 2025 about 55 to 64 years, working-age, Japan, and population.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Toyohashi, Japan metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Osaka, Japan metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Akita, Japan metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Naha, Japan metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Miyazaki, Japan metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Age dependency ratio, old (% of working-age population) in Japan was reported at 50.66 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Japan - Age dependency ratio, old (% of working-age population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on October of 2025.

In 2023, around **** percent of the total population in Japan was aged 65 years and older. Due to a low birth rate and high longevity, people aged 65 years and over were estimated to make up approximately **** percent of the population in Japan by 2070. The share of children below 15 years old was expected to decrease to around *** percent by that year.

There were 5 390 000 Linkedin users in Japan in September 2025, which accounted for 4.3% of its entire population. People aged 25 to 34 were the largest user group (2 500 000).

Population ages 0-14 (% of total population) in Japan was reported at 11.44 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Japan - Population ages 0-14 (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on October of 2025.

Historical dataset of population level and growth rate for the Takasaki, Japan metro area from 1950 to 2025.

Japan JP: Trend Population: Working Age: Age 15-74 data was reported at 86,816,787.818 Person in 2026. This records a decrease from the previous number of 87,652,738.327 Person for 2025. Japan JP: Trend Population: Working Age: Age 15-74 data is updated yearly, averaging 95,912,211.848 Person from Dec 1985 (Median) to 2026, with 42 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 99,647,921.387 Person in 2000 and a record low of 86,816,787.818 Person in 2026. Japan JP: Trend Population: Working Age: Age 15-74 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.OECD.EO: Labour Force: Forecast: OECD Member: Annual. POPS1574 - Trend working-age population, age 15-74

There were 72 000 000 Facebook users in Japan in September 2025, which accounted for 57.8% of its entire population. The majority of them were women - 55.1%. People aged 25 to 34 were the largest user group (17 500 000). The highest difference between men and women occurs within people aged 18 to 24, where women lead by 6 400 000.