respect for the aged day

Japan’s population of people over 100 surpasses 90,000 for first time

A vast majority of those in triple digits are women.

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The number of elderly people in Japan this year has yet again smashed multiple records

Japan’s labor shortage is so bad that the government is even recruiting old folks who are willing to work.

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Electronic grandchild “Ami-chan” developed by Takara Tomy

The future of grandparenting is now!

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One in four Japanese women is now over 70

Not no country for old women.

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Aichi Police: Surrender your driver’s license and get up to $1 off at McDonald’s!

Elderly people encouraged to give up all driving privileges in exchange for somewhat cheaper Happy Meals.

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