Uneven population Japan (Case Study #2)

Japan

Country in East Asia with a total area of 377,973 km².

Population

125.1 million people living in Japan.

Population Density

328 people per km² in Japan.

Developed Economy

Japan has a GDP of 4.23 trillion USD.

Job Opportunities

Major cities like Tokyo and Osaka offer numerous job opportunities.

Climate

Northern Japan has a cold climate, making farming difficult; the south has a more even climate.

Geography

70% of Japan is mountainous.

Natural Disasters

Japan faces natural disasters, which impact the economy.

Historical Developments

Tokyo evolved into an economic and political center over time.

Infrastructure

Big cities have high-speed trains, while rural areas lack transport options.

Internal Migration

Young people are moving from rural areas to big cities.

Southeast Japan

A common destination for internal migration, particularly Tokyo.

Stable Economy

Japan maintains a stable economic environment.

Transportation Unit

Efficient transportation systems in urban areas.

Other Densely Populated Cities

Osaka, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Aichi are also densely populated.

Large Companies

Prominent companies include Honda, Mitsubishi, and Sony.

Mountainous Regions

The south-west mountainous regions are less populated.

Low Economy

Areas with lower economies have fewer job opportunities and weaker education.

Forced Migration

Migration from Hiroshima occurred after the atomic bombing in WWII.

Economic Impacts

Internal migration can lead to higher immigration rates and lower working wages.

Job Market

More job seekers can lead to increased competition for wages.

Coastal Transportation

Proximity to the coast facilitates transportation by sea.

Covid-19 Impact

The economy suffered in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Isolation Effects

Covid-19 led to isolation, resulting in a halt in work and economic activity.

Natural Disaster Effects

The economy is also affected by the frequency of natural disasters.