data result japanThe number of newborns in Japan fell below 700,000 in 2025 -- a first since records began in 1899. (Photo by Yuki Kohara) SAKI HAYASHI. June 4, 2025 14:00 JST. Updated onSince the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Japan has experienced a snificant rise in mortality, with excess deaths surpassing historical projections. Statistical data indicate a