Editorial

16:22 JST, September 28, 2025

The population census, which is regarded as the most important of the various statistical surveys conducted by the central government, is underway. It is crucial to improve the census’ response rates and accuracy by carefully explaining its significance.

The census is conducted once every five years. In the 2025 census, households are being asked to provide information in 17 categories, including name, gender, family structure and employment status as of Oct. 1. All residents of Japan, including foreign nationals, are obliged to respond.

The results of the census will be used to review the zoning of single-seat constituencies for the House of Representatives and to draw up administrative policies. The results are also likely to help devise measures for foreign residents, who account for about 3% of Japan’s total population.

About 600,000........

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