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Why This Japanese Village Has Replaced Its Young People With Mannequins

29 Oct 2024

In the quaint Japanese village of Ichinono, nestled amid scenic landscapes, life-like puppets now outnumber the human residents. Once home to bustling families, Ichinono has seen its younger generations leave for cities, leading to a dwindling population. Now, fewer than 60 retirees reside in the village, filling the void left...

Rarest of the Rare: Japan Government Asks Young People Reason Behind Not Marrying Amid Population Crisis

20 Jul 2024

The Japanese government has begun consulting young people about their interest in marriage, or lack thereof, as Japan continues to face a demographic crisis leading to a projected sharp population decline in the coming decades. The Children and Families Agency, launched in April 2023, held its first working group meeting...