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Why are so many Japanese unmarried?
This article examines the reasons behind the declining marriage rate in Japan, which is part of a larger global trend. Economic factors such as wage stagnation and social factors such as traditional gender roles are contributing to fewer people choosing to get married or form long-term relationships. Attitudes towards marital status are changing, with more acceptance for those who choose not to marry or form long-term relationships, and initiatives aimed at supporting single parents or those living alone. Sources for further reading on this topic are provided.