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A South Korean presidential spokesperson said that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will be welcomed with treatment equivalent to that for a state guest during her two-day visit to the country from Tuesday. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/17/japan/politics/south-korea-hosts-prime-minister-takaichi/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #leejaemyung #southkoreajapanrelations

Donald Trump claims "nothing's changed" on U.S. policy toward Taiwan. But his remarks about support for the democratic island — and what they portend after his summit with China's Xi Jinping — belie a shifting reality. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/17/asia-pacific/politics/trump-taiwan-china-analysis/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #asiapacific #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #taiwan #uschinarelations #usjapanrelations #sanaetakaichi #defense

South Korea’s Lee, Japan’s Takaichi to meet on Tuesday, Seoul says

SEOUL, May 17 (Reuters) – South Korean President ‌Lee Jae ‌Myung and Japanese Prime ​Minister Sanae Takaichi will hold a summit meeting on Tuesday, ‌Lee’s ⁠office said on Sunday, adding it ⁠would be a meaningful opportunity ​to deepen…
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South Korea’s Lee, Japan’s Takaichi to meet on Tuesday, Seoul says

SEOUL, May 17 (Reuters) – South Korean President ‌Lee Jae ‌Myung and Japanese Prime ​Minister Sanae Takaichi will hold a summit meeting on Tuesday, ‌Lee’s ⁠office said on Sunday, adding it ⁠would be a meaningful opportunity ​to deepen…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1487301/south-koreas-lee-japans-takaichi-to-meet-on-tuesday-seoul-says/ South Korea’s Lee, Japan’s Takaichi to meet on Tuesday, Seoul says #Japan #JapanNews #Jihoon​Lee #MeaningfulOpportunity #news #SanaeTakaichi #SouthKoreanPresident SEOUL, May 17 (Reuters) – South Korean President ‌Lee Jae ‌Myung and Japanese Prime ​Minister Sanae Takaichi will hold a summit meeting on Tuesday, ‌Lee’s ⁠office said on Sunday, adding it ⁠would be a meaningful opportunity ​to deepen ​trust ​and friendship. The ‌summit,

https://www.alojapan.com/1487301/south-koreas-lee-japans-takaichi-to-meet-on-tuesday-seoul-says/ South Korea’s Lee, Japan’s Takaichi to meet on Tuesday, Seoul says #Japan #JapanNews #Jihoon​Lee #MeaningfulOpportunity #news #SanaeTakaichi #SouthKoreanPresident SEOUL, May 17 (Reuters) – South Korean President ‌Lee Jae ‌Myung and Japanese Prime ​Minister Sanae Takaichi will hold a summit meeting on Tuesday, ‌Lee’s ⁠office said on Sunday, adding it ⁠would be a meaningful opportunity ​to deepen ​trust ​and friendship. The ‌summit,

Trump Shares Details Of US-China Summit With Prime Minister Takaichi

Following the recent summit between the United States and China, US President Donald Trump shared the details with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae via a phone call, according to a news report by Kyodo News.

Recently, Trump visited China and met with their president Xi Jinping. It is noted that there is tension between China and Japan. As such, Trump’s sharing of the details with Takaichi is significant.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of Kyodo News Some parts in boldface…

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday U.S. President Donald Trump briefed her by phone in “great detail” on his meeting in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Takaichi told reporters after speaking with Trump, who was aboard Air Force One after wrapping up a three-day stay from Wednesday in China, that she is “deeply grateful” for how he brought up Japan, a close U.S. ally, during his meeting with Xi, though she did not elaborate.

Takaichi and Trump also exchanged views on “various challenges regarding China,” in such fields as security and the economy, and agreed to continue to communicate closely in dealing with the situation in the Indo-Pacific region, she said.

“With President Trump, I affirmed the unwavering Japan-U.S. alliance,” Takaichi said at her office.

Trump has said he and Xi made some “fantastic trade deals” without elaborating, and that they feel “very similar” about the need to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Takaichi and Trump last met in Washington in March, where they “opposed any attempts to unilaterally change the status quo, including by force or coercion,” according to the White House, in an apparent reference to China’s growing economic and military clout.

Ties between Japan and China have been frayed since Takaichi, known for her hawkish security views, infuriated China with her parliamentary remarks in November that a Taiwan contingency could be a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan that could trigger a response by the Self-Defense Forces in support of the United States.

Taiwan, a self-ruled democratic island claimed by Beijing, is viewed as a potential military flashpoint that could draw the United States into conflict with China, posing serious security challenges for Japan.

Before the U.S.-China summit, Japan had been concerned that Trump, known for his deal-making approach, could make compromises on issues regarding Taiwan.

After his meeting with Xi, Trump told reporters that he thinks there is no risk of conflict with China over Taiwan, and that he made “no commitment” to Xi over the island. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that U.S. policies on Taiwan remain unchanged.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think the United States will have stable ground when dealing with both China and Japan? Could it be possible that China will bully Japan less this year? Do you think there will be more stability in the Pacific and in financial markets as far as Japan and China are concerned?

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U.S. President Donald Trump warned Taiwan against declaring independence, following remarks by Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a summit in Beijing that missteps over the island could trigger a U.S.-China conflict. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/16/asia-pacific/politics/us-china-taiwan-trump-independence/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #asiapacific #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #taiwan #uschinarelations #sanaetakaichi #usjapanrelations

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Taiwan against declaring independence, following remarks by Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a summit in Beijing that missteps over the island could trigger a U.S.-China conflict. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/16/asia-pacific/politics/us-china-taiwan-trump-independence/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #asiapacific #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #taiwan #uschinarelations #sanaetakaichi #usjapanrelations

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Taiwan against declaring independence, following remarks by Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a summit in Beijing that missteps over the island could trigger a U.S.-China conflict. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/16/asia-pacific/politics/us-china-taiwan-trump-independence/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #asiapacific #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #taiwan #uschinarelations #sanaetakaichi #usjapanrelations

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Taiwan against declaring independence, following remarks by Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a summit in Beijing that missteps over the island could trigger a U.S.-China conflict. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/16/asia-pacific/politics/us-china-taiwan-trump-independence/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #asiapacific #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #taiwan #uschinarelations #sanaetakaichi #usjapanrelations

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held talks over the phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday after his visit to China for talks with leader Xi Jinping, with Trump offering a "detailed explanation" of the summit https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-trump-phone-call-china/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #trade #iran #taiwan #uschinarelations #sanaetakaichi #usjapanrelations

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held talks over the phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday after his visit to China for talks with leader Xi Jinping, with Trump offering a "detailed explanation" of the summit https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-trump-phone-call-china/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #trade #iran #taiwan #uschinarelations #sanaetakaichi #usjapanrelations

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held talks over the phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday after his visit to China for talks with leader Xi Jinping, with Trump offering a "detailed explanation" of the summit https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-trump-phone-call-china/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #trade #iran #taiwan #uschinarelations #sanaetakaichi #usjapanrelations

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held talks over the phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday after his visit to China for talks with leader Xi Jinping, with Trump offering a "detailed explanation" of the summit https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-trump-phone-call-china/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #us #china #xijinping #donaldtrump #trade #iran #taiwan #uschinarelations #sanaetakaichi #usjapanrelations

Japan Considering Export Of Type 88 Surface-To-Ship Missile System To The Philippines

Following the revision of the limits on defense equipment exports and the successful testing of anti-ship missiles witnessed by many, Japan is considering the export of Type 88 Surface-to-Ship Missile (SSM-1) system to the Philippines, according to a news report by Kyodo News.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of Kyodo News Some parts in boldface…

The Japanese government is considering exporting the Type 88 surface-to-ship missile system to the Philippines, a source familiar with the matter said Friday.

The move follows Tokyo’s revision in April of its three principles on the transfer of defense equipment and technology, as well as the implementing guidelines, which eased restrictions on exports of lethal weapons.

Japan and the Philippines are aiming to strengthen security ties amid China’s assertiveness in the East and South China seas.

Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi told reporters Friday that “nothing has been decided at this point,” regarding the possible missile export.

Referring to an agreement on enhanced defense equipment and technology cooperation reached in Manila on May 5 with his Philippine counterpart Gilberto Teodoro, Koizumi voiced his intention to decide what would be exported.

On May 6, Japan’s Self-Defense Forces conducted a live-fire drill involving the Type 88 missile system during the annual U.S.-Philippines Balikatan exercise in the Philippines.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think it is inevitable that Japan will export the Type 88 Surface-to-Ship Missile (SSM-1) to the Philippines? Do you think the said missile system will enhance the defense of the Philippines and make Communist China think twice before invading the country?

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History may remember the Trump-Xi meeting more for avoiding major tensions than for achieving meaningful breakthroughs. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/editorials/2026/05/15/relief-as-trump-visits-xi/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #editorials #donaldtrump #xijinping #us #china #chinausrelations #apec #southkorea #osaka #groupof20 #iran #taiwan #marcorubio #sanaetakaichi #boeing #straitofhormuz #ukraine #koreanpeninsula #iran

History may remember the Trump-Xi meeting more for avoiding major tensions than for achieving meaningful breakthroughs. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/editorials/2026/05/15/relief-as-trump-visits-xi/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #editorials #donaldtrump #xijinping #us #china #chinausrelations #apec #southkorea #osaka #groupof20 #iran #taiwan #marcorubio #sanaetakaichi #boeing #straitofhormuz #ukraine #koreanpeninsula #iran

History may remember the Trump-Xi meeting more for avoiding major tensions than for achieving meaningful breakthroughs. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/editorials/2026/05/15/relief-as-trump-visits-xi/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #editorials #donaldtrump #xijinping #us #china #chinausrelations #apec #southkorea #osaka #groupof20 #iran #taiwan #marcorubio #sanaetakaichi #boeing #straitofhormuz #ukraine #koreanpeninsula #iran

History may remember the Trump-Xi meeting more for avoiding major tensions than for achieving meaningful breakthroughs. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/editorials/2026/05/15/relief-as-trump-visits-xi/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #editorials #donaldtrump #xijinping #us #china #chinausrelations #apec #southkorea #osaka #groupof20 #iran #taiwan #marcorubio #sanaetakaichi #boeing #straitofhormuz #ukraine #koreanpeninsula #iran

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will visit South Korea for two days from Tuesday to hold a summit meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung for better bilateral ties, the Japanese government said Thursday. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-south-korea-president-meeting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #southkorea #southkoreajapanrelations #leejaemyung #iran #us #china

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will visit South Korea for two days from Tuesday to hold a summit meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung for better bilateral ties, the Japanese government said Thursday. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-south-korea-president-meeting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #southkorea #southkoreajapanrelations #leejaemyung #iran #us #china

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will visit South Korea for two days from Tuesday to hold a summit meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung for better bilateral ties, the Japanese government said Thursday. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-south-korea-president-meeting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #southkorea #southkoreajapanrelations #leejaemyung #iran #us #china

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will visit South Korea for two days from Tuesday to hold a summit meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung for better bilateral ties, the Japanese government said Thursday. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-south-korea-president-meeting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #southkorea #southkoreajapanrelations #leejaemyung #iran #us #china

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that the government is rushing to take measures against the cybersecurity threats posed by the Mythos artificial intelligence model, describing such efforts as a "race against time." https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-claude-mythos-threats-measures/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #mythos #ai #sanaetakaichi #cybersecurity #startups #anthropic

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that the government is rushing to take measures against the cybersecurity threats posed by the Mythos artificial intelligence model, describing such efforts as a "race against time." https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-claude-mythos-threats-measures/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #mythos #ai #sanaetakaichi #cybersecurity #startups #anthropic

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that the government is rushing to take measures against the cybersecurity threats posed by the Mythos artificial intelligence model, describing such efforts as a "race against time." https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-claude-mythos-threats-measures/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #mythos #ai #sanaetakaichi #cybersecurity #startups #anthropic

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that the government is rushing to take measures against the cybersecurity threats posed by the Mythos artificial intelligence model, describing such efforts as a "race against time." https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/15/japan/politics/takaichi-claude-mythos-threats-measures/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #mythos #ai #sanaetakaichi #cybersecurity #startups #anthropic

Takaichi to meet with South Korean President Lee on Tuesday https://www.byteseu.com/2020872/ #China #Iran #LeeJaeMyung #SanaeTakaichi #SouthKorea #SouthKoreaJapanRelations #US

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is planning to visit Britain and Italy ahead of a Group of Seven summit in France in June. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/takaichi-britain-italy/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #sanaetakaichi #giorgiameloni #keirstarmer #g7

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is planning to visit Britain and Italy ahead of a Group of Seven summit in France in June. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/takaichi-britain-italy/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #sanaetakaichi #giorgiameloni #keirstarmer #g7

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is planning to visit Britain and Italy ahead of a Group of Seven summit in France in June. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/takaichi-britain-italy/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #sanaetakaichi #giorgiameloni #keirstarmer #g7

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is planning to visit Britain and Italy ahead of a Group of Seven summit in France in June. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/takaichi-britain-italy/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #sanaetakaichi #giorgiameloni #keirstarmer #g7

https://www.alojapan.com/1486294/japanese-prime-minister-to-visit-south-korea-next-week/ Japanese Prime Minister to visit South Korea next week #ACSA #Japan #LeeJaeMyung #SanaeTakaichi #ShuttleDiplomacy #SouthKorea #us #VisitJapan Tokyo, May 14 (IANS) Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will undertake a two-day visit to South Korea starting May 19, Japan’s Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Masanao Ozaki said on Thursday. Masanao Ozaki notified a board meeting of the House of Representatives’ steering committee of the trip’s itine

https://www.alojapan.com/1486294/japanese-prime-minister-to-visit-south-korea-next-week/ Japanese Prime Minister to visit South Korea next week #ACSA #Japan #LeeJaeMyung #SanaeTakaichi #ShuttleDiplomacy #SouthKorea #us #VisitJapan Tokyo, May 14 (IANS) Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will undertake a two-day visit to South Korea starting May 19, Japan’s Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Masanao Ozaki said on Thursday. Masanao Ozaki notified a board meeting of the House of Representatives’ steering committee of the trip’s itine

https://www.alojapan.com/1486266/japan-pm-sanae-takaichi-to-visit-south-korea-what-are-the-agendas/ Japan PM Sanae Takaichi to Visit South Korea: What Are the Agendas? #Japan #LeeJaeMyung #SanaeTakaichi #SouthKorea #VisitJapan TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled for a two-day visit to South Korea starting May 19 to meet with the country’s President Lee Jae Myung, according to a Japanese government notification to parliament, Kyodo reported as quoted by Antara. Japanese Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Masan

https://www.alojapan.com/1486266/japan-pm-sanae-takaichi-to-visit-south-korea-what-are-the-agendas/ Japan PM Sanae Takaichi to Visit South Korea: What Are the Agendas? #Japan #LeeJaeMyung #SanaeTakaichi #SouthKorea #VisitJapan TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled for a two-day visit to South Korea starting May 19 to meet with the country’s President Lee Jae Myung, according to a Japanese government notification to parliament, Kyodo reported as quoted by Antara. Japanese Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Masan

Japan is considering extra budget on rising fuel bills, sources say

By Takaya Yamaguchi, Tamiyuki Kihara and Leika Kihara TOKYO, May 14 (Reuters) – Japan’s government is looking at…
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Japan is considering extra budget on rising fuel bills, sources say

By Takaya Yamaguchi, Tamiyuki Kihara and Leika Kihara TOKYO, May 14 (Reuters) – Japan’s government is looking at…
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The Japanese government is moving forward with efforts to strengthen its intelligence capabilities, a centerpiece of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's policy agenda. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/politics/intelligence-capacity-enhancement/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #ldp #espionage #defenseministry #foreignministry #cabinet #npa #japanesepolice

The Japanese government is moving forward with efforts to strengthen its intelligence capabilities, a centerpiece of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's policy agenda. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/politics/intelligence-capacity-enhancement/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #ldp #espionage #defenseministry #foreignministry #cabinet #npa #japanesepolice

The Japanese government is moving forward with efforts to strengthen its intelligence capabilities, a centerpiece of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's policy agenda. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/politics/intelligence-capacity-enhancement/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #ldp #espionage #defenseministry #foreignministry #cabinet #npa #japanesepolice

The Japanese government is moving forward with efforts to strengthen its intelligence capabilities, a centerpiece of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's policy agenda. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/politics/intelligence-capacity-enhancement/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #sanaetakaichi #ldp #espionage #defenseministry #foreignministry #cabinet #npa #japanesepolice

Once a rival for Japan's top job, Toshimitsu Motegi is now emerging as one of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's most important allies. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/politics/motegi-takaichi-ally/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #toshimitsumotegi #sanaetakaichi #ldp

Once a rival for Japan's top job, Toshimitsu Motegi is now emerging as one of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's most important allies. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/politics/motegi-takaichi-ally/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #toshimitsumotegi #sanaetakaichi #ldp

Once a rival for Japan's top job, Toshimitsu Motegi is now emerging as one of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's most important allies. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/politics/motegi-takaichi-ally/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #toshimitsumotegi #sanaetakaichi #ldp

Once a rival for Japan's top job, Toshimitsu Motegi is now emerging as one of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's most important allies. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/14/japan/politics/motegi-takaichi-ally/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #toshimitsumotegi #sanaetakaichi #ldp

Japan’s Child Population Declines To New Low Of 13.29 Million

Japan, which is one of the largest economies of the world, has an enduring population growth problem as low fertility rates stubbornly remained. That said, the child population of Japan has declined yet again reaching a new all-time low of 13.29 million, according to a news report of Kyodo News. The said figure even includes foreign residents.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of Kyodo News Some parts in boldface…

Japan’s child population has shrunk to an estimated 13.29 million as of April 1, down 350,000 from a year earlier and marking a new record low, the government said Monday.

The ratio of children under 15 dropped 0.3 percentage point to 10.8 percent of the total population, also the lowest since comparable data became available in 1950, according to data released by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications ahead of the national Children’s Day holiday on Tuesday.

The figures, including foreign residents, were calculated using population estimates that are based on a national census conducted every five years.

While the Japanese government has prioritized measures to address the declining birthrate and designated the period through 2030 as a “final opportunity to reverse the trend,” the decline has continued for 45 years despite steps such as expanding financial support for child-rearing households.

By gender, there were 6.81 million boys and 6.48 million girls, according to the data.

By age, 3.09 million children were 12 to 14, whereas 2.13 million were 0 to 2, indicating a trend of fewer children being born.

The number of children, including foreigners, born in Japan in 2025 hit a record low of 705,809, declining for the 10th consecutive year, according to preliminary data released by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare.

Japan’s child population has been falling since 1982, after peaking in 1954 at 29.89 million, while a second baby boom was observed between 1971 and 1974. The ratio of children has also been falling for the 52nd consecutive year since 1975.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think the government’s efforts to reverse Japan’s low birthrate will eventually create positive results over the next several years? Are you convinced that allowing a larger number of foreigners to migrate to Japan will solve the birthrate problem? Do you think the government of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae will come up with new plans to increase Japanese birthrates?

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