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Japan’s agricultural workforce falls below one million
Japan’s agricultural workforce has fallen below one million, raising concern about the future of farming.
The concern is that rice and vegetables could become harder to supply, though no shortage is confirmed.
The story focuses on young people working in Japanese agriculture, who are described as approaching their work with smiles rather than despair.
It includes an interview with Shohei Shibata, director of the film “Hyakusho, Warau.”
One farmer, Mori, began farming with 800,000 yen in debt and a used tractor.
The story highlights the contrast between a shrinking workforce and young farmers’ positive outlook, but gives no further plans or next steps.
Japan’s agricultural workforce has fallen below one million, according to Toyo Keizai.
The article raises concerns about whether Japan could face shortages of rice and vegetables.
It also describes young people working in agriculture with a positive outlook.
The article includes an interview with filmmaker Shohei Shibata, director of the film “Hyakusho, Warau.”
- Who
- Japan’s agricultural workers, including young farmers, and filmmaker Shohei Shibata.
- What
- Japan’s agricultural workforce has fallen below one million.
- When
- The article was published on October 17, 2026.
- Where
- Japan.
- Why
- Not stated
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- Workforce
- Below one million agricultural workers
- Country
- Japan
- Publication date
- October 17, 2026
- Film director
- Shohei Shibata