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Akashi's Family-Focused Initiatives

This chapter examines the city of Akashi's innovative strategies to encourage childbirth and support families, including a unique diaper delivery service that offers emotional assistance. By comparing Akashi's rising birth rate to national trends, it illustrates how local policies and community investment can serve as a blueprint for addressing Japan's demographic challenges.

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