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Japan's Longevity Soars: Life Expectancy Hits New Highs
25 Jul
Summary
- Male life expectancy reached 81.35 years, while female expectancy hit 87.33.
- Decreased deaths from cancer, heart disease, and COVID-19 attributed to rise.
- Japan ranks seventh in male life expectancy and first for females globally.
In 2025, Japan observed a notable rise in average life expectancy for both men and women. For men, the average lifespan extended to 81.35 years, an increase of 0.25 years from the prior year. Women saw their average life expectancy reach 87.33 years, up by 0.2 years.
Health officials attribute these increases to a decrease in mortality rates from significant causes like cancer, heart disease, and COVID-19. This marks a rebound after life expectancy dipped in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Globally, Japan's progress places it seventh in male life expectancy rankings. Notably, Japanese women continue to hold the top position worldwide for longevity. Projections indicate that 76.0% of men and 88.1% of women born in 2025 are expected to live to at least 75.
