The density of practicing physicians in Japan is forecasted to increase steadily from 2.8 health professionals per thousand people in 2024 to 2.99 by 2028. The year-on-year growth rate from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 1.79%, followed by a similar steady growth rate in subsequent years. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is an appreciable figure just shy of 1.65%, indicating consistent growth in the physician density.
Looking forward, key trends to watch include policy changes aimed at bolstering healthcare service capacity, potential impacts of population aging, and the integration of technology in healthcare delivery, which may all influence the demand and supply of healthcare professionals in Japan.
