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How well do you know Japan?

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What share of Japan's population is 65 or older (2025)?

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Japan by the numbers

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about 122.95 million

About how many people lived in Japan as of January 1, 2026?

More than 29% of Japan's residents are 65 or older.

Source: Wikipedia, Japan en.wikipedia.org

67%

About what share of Japan's land is covered by forests?

Only about 14% of the land is agricultural, so cities crowd onto limited flat ground.

Source: Wikipedia, Japan en.wikipedia.org

111

How many active volcanoes does Japan have?

The most famous, Mount Fuji (3,776 m), last erupted in 1707–1708.

Source: Wikipedia, Japan en.wikipedia.org

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What would you most want to do in Japan?

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Favorite Japanese food?

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Which season is best for a Japan trip?

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