TOKYO -- Though Japan's population continues to decline, about 300 growing communities nationwide have bucked the trend thanks in part to their investments in child care assistance for families.
Young families benefit from train station day care centers and free diapers
Japanese cities that provide strong child care assistance have enjoyed better population growth despite the nationwide decline. © Reuters
TOKYO -- Though Japan's population continues to decline, about 300 growing communities nationwide have bucked the trend thanks in part to their investments in child care assistance for families.