Beyond Birth Rates and Aging: Implications and Recommendations for Japan's Population Decline
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Title
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Beyond Birth Rates and Aging: Implications and Recommendations for Japan's Population Decline
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Creator
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Cami Ansley
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Exit Requirement
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Undergraduate Honors Thesis
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Date of Award
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6/17/2024
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Honors Program Director
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Gavin Keulks
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Faculty Advisor
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Miyuki Arimoto
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Abstract
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Japan faces a profound demographic crisis characterized by declining fertility and population aging, which have significant implications for socio-economic stability. This work discusses the historical context, underlying causes, and extensive consequences of Japan’s population decline. Elements such as delayed marriage, workaholic culture, traditional gender roles, and prefectural migration are also explored. This research analyzes Japan’s policy responses to these factors, including family policies, immigration reforms, and public pension adjustments, comparing them with strategies utilized by other countries facing similar population challenges. This work aims to provide comprehensive recommendations for mitigating population decline while taking into account Japan’s unique cultural and societal landscape. Through a thorough investigation of past and current trends, this work seeks to contribute to the discourse surrounding financially and culturally sustainable demographic approaches and inform future policy-making efforts.
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Type
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Text
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Department
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Honors
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Language
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eng
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Rights
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https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en
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Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author.
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Identifier
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honors_073024c
