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80% of Low-Income Families in Japan Report Financial Decline

7/5/2025

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A recent survey by Kidsdoor found that a staggering 80% of lower-income families in Japan believe their financial situation has deteriorated over the past year. In response, the organization is calling on the government to create a robust support system for parents, as political parties gear up to tackle inflation ahead of the crucial July 20 Upper House election.

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A recent survey by Kidsdoor found that a staggering 80% of lower-income families in Japan believe their financial situation has deteriorated over the past year. In response, the organization is calling on the government to create a robust support system for parents, as political parties gear up to tackle inflation ahead of the crucial July 20 Upper House election.