Part 9/13:

The Elderly Care Sector: A Critical Demand for Foreign Labor

Japan’s rapidly aging population has left the elderly care industry in a state of crisis. With over 36 million seniors—accounting for nearly 29% of the population—the industry faces a monumental labor shortage. According to government data, there was a deficit of 130,000 caregivers in 2020—a gap projected to grow to 320,000 by 2025.