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This chapter describes the current situation in the Japanese welfare system as regards the needs of the elderly. It points out outstanding problems and hopefully suggests solutions to cope with a rapidly aging society. Prospects for the Japanese welfare system appear dim if we consider Japan’s severe demographic conditions with its very low birth rate and low death rate.
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Kaizuka, K. (2006). Challenges in Creating a Cohesive System for Health Care, Pensions, and the Needs of the Elderly. In: Kaizuka, K., Krueger, A.O. (eds) Tackling Japan’s Fiscal Challenges. Procyclicality of Financial Systems in Asia. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9781137001566_10
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