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Japan sees 17th consecutive year of population decline. Why is the country failing to reverse the trend?

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Japan's population of Japanese nationals falls below 120 million for the first time in 42 years, marking a 17th straight year of decline. Despite childcare support, cash incentives and even AI-powered matchmaking, the country is struggling to reverse its demographic crisis.

First report: Population of Japanese nationals dips below 120 mil. for 1st time in 42 years — mainichi.jp, 13d