Forecast: Number of ATMs (Automated Teller Machines) in Japan

The number of ATMs per hundred thousand persons in Japan has shown a declining trend from 128.32 in 2013 to 115.08 in 2023. The year-on-year variations have been negative since 2016, with a notable drop of -2.63% in 2019 and -3.59% in 2021. Over the last two years, the ATM density decreased by -0.88% in 2022 and -0.72% in 2023. The CAGR over the last five years stands at -1.97%, reinforcing the downward trend in ATM numbers.

Projected data from 2024 to 2028 continue to show a gradual decrease, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.29%, indicating further reduction but at a slower pace.

Future trends to watch for:

• Increasing adoption of digital payments and online banking, reducing the need for physical ATMs.
• Technological advancements such as contactless ATMs and mobile bank services.
• Potential regulatory changes that may influence ATM deployment strategies.