By Naoko Tochibayashi = World Economic Forum –
Japan’s rapidly ageing population is fueling demand in healthcare, nursing care and lifestyle industries. With 36.25 million people over 65, technology, including care robots and AI platforms, is expanding senior support and services. The longevity economy drives innovation, investment and resilience, offering lessons for other aging societies.
As life expectancies rise and populations age, societies must address mounting challenges in healthcare and long-term care. At the same time, the demographic change is unlocking new market opportunities.
