6.3 Societal Challenges

• The shrinking workforce in Japan leads to economic stagnation and reduced tax revenue.


  True
• The urban-rural divide in Japan refers to disparities in opportunities and living standards
• Order the primary demographic trends in Japan based on their impact on society.

  1️⃣ Aging Population

  2️⃣ Declining Birth Rate

  3️⃣ Increased Life Expectancy
• Increased life expectancy in Japan contributes to economic productivity through longer working lives
• The aging population in Japan leads to increased healthcare costs and strain on the pension system.


  True
• Match the demographic trend in Japan with its definition:

  Aging Population ↔️ Increase in elderly individuals

  Declining Birth Rate ↔️ Decrease in births per year

  Increased Life Expectancy ↔️ Longer average lifespan
• What is the current status of the aging population in Japan?

  High percentage of 65+
• Japan has one of the highest life expectancies globally.


  True
• Increased healthcare costs and pension expenses contribute to economic strain
• What is one social impact of the shrinking workforce in Japan?

  Labor shortages
• The urban-rural divide in Japan results in disparities in living standards and opportunities.


  True
• How does increased life expectancy contribute to economic productivity in Japan?

  Longer working lives
• What is the social impact of an aging population on elderly individuals in Japan?

  Social isolation
• Economic stagnation in Japan is partially attributed to its declining birth rate.


  True
• How does a declining birth rate affect communities in Japan?

  Weakens social cohesion
• Order the impacts of increased life expectancy in Japan from positive to negative.

  1️⃣ Social value

  2️⃣ Economic contributions

  3️⃣ Healthcare demands
• What are the healthcare demands associated with increased life expectancy in Japan?

  Geriatric care
• Longer working lives for some elderly individuals contribute to economic productivity
• Elderly individuals in Japan contribute valuable experience and knowledge to society.


  True
• Japan's restrictive immigration policies are being reconsidered due to its aging population
• Japan aims to balance immigration reforms with managing social and economic implications.

  True
• What is one key challenge related to cultural integration in Japan?

  Social tensions
• As Japan's demographics shift, there is a risk of increased xenophobia and social tensions
• Maintaining social cohesion is a challenge with greater diversity in Japan.


  True
• What is one key challenge related to immigrants in Japan according to the study material?

  Cultural integration
• Social tensions and xenophobia are potential challenges related to immigration in Japan.


  True
• Japan must balance embracing new perspectives while maintaining its national identity and social cohesion
• Match the impact with its description:

  Cultural Integration ↔️ Enriched cultural exchange and diversity

  Social Tensions ↔️ Managing xenophobia and discrimination

  National Identity ↔️ Boost to productivity and innovation
• What is one economic impact of gender inequality in Japan?

  Economic inefficiency
• The urban-rural divide in Japan results in disparities in opportunities and living standards.


  True
• A declining birth rate in Japan results in fewer children being born annually
• What is one factor contributing to Japan's aging population?

  Increased life expectancy
• Social isolation among the elderly in Japan is a growing concern due to the aging population.


  True
• Lower consumer spending due to a declining birth rate contributes to economic stagnation
• Economic growth in Japan is expected to lead to increased productivity and innovation
• Social diversity in Japan can enrich cultural exchange and perspectives
• Japan has traditionally maintained restrictive immigration policies.
• Japan's aging population and shrinking workforce are key reasons for reconsidering immigration policies.

  True
• Match the potential benefits with the corresponding challenges of changing immigration policies:

  Increased workforce to address labor shortages ↔️ Integration of diverse cultures and values

  Boost to productivity and innovation ↔️ Potential wage stagnation or displacement of local workers

  Younger population to support aging demographics ↔️ Managing social tensions and xenophobia
• Social tensions and xenophobia can arise as Japan's demographics shift with more immigrants.


  True