Addressing Demographic Challenges through Local Initiatives in Japan

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Explore how local communities in Akashi and Nagarayama are tackling Japan's demographic issues by enhancing childcare offerings and fostering a more family-friendly atmosphere. Learn about the societal shift needed in Japan to embrace child-friendly policies and the transformative impact of community initiatives on cultural attitudes towards raising children.

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