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What percentage of Japanese are single?
This article explores the percentage of single people in Japan and the factors contributing to this trend. It appears that more Japanese citizens are choosing not to marry due largely to economic pressures and changing social norms, with upwards of 60% remaining unmarried past age 40-44 compared with 46% overall for all ages 15-64 combined. Additionally, fewer job opportunities for women may also be playing a role as many may feel unable or unwilling to marry without financial stability from employment first. Living alone can lead to negative impacts such as higher rates of loneliness, isolation, depression, anxiety, poor physical health, and lower life satisfaction.