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Study Reveals Decline in Families Desiring a Second Child Amid Rising Costs

20 Ekim 2026Japan Times

A study shows a significant decrease in parents wanting a second child, dropping nearly 57% since 2020, likely due to financial concerns.
A recent study by Meiji Yasuda Life reveals a significant decline in the desire for a second child among families in Japan, with interest dropping by nearly 57% since 2020. This trend highlights the growing concerns over rising living costs and economic pressures faced by potential parents.
As fewer than one in three families express a desire for a second child, the implications for Japan's demographic challenges become increasingly pronounced.
Japan has been grappling with a declining birth rate for decades, leading to an aging population and potential labor shortages. The findings from this study reflect broader societal concerns and economic realities that influence family planning decisions.
The dramatic decrease in the willingness to have a second child suggests a deepening crisis in Japan's birth rate, which has been a concern for policymakers for years. Economic factors, particularly the rising cost of living, appear to be a primary deterrent for families considering expanding their households.

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