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Japan has record 100,000 people aged over 100: How societies are ageing

Source: Al Jazeera
Category: General
Region: Japan
Published: September 19, 2026 at 04:31

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Fewer births and worsening labour shortages are placing mounting pressure on Japan’s social care system.

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