In 2023, the number of persons working at the location of establishments in Japan's road passenger transport sector was approximately 535 thousand. Forecasts indicate a gradual decline from 533.02 thousand in 2024 to 523.24 thousand by 2028. From 2024 to 2025, a year-on-year decrease of about 0.5% is anticipated. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is projected to be around -0.5%. This trend suggests a slow but steady contraction in the workforce within this sector over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in transportation, such as automation, which could further impact employment levels. Additionally, demographic shifts and governmental policy changes related to transport and employment could influence future workforce numbers.
