Based on the forecasted data, Japan is expected to have a decreasing number of hospitals from 2024 onward. In 2023, the number stood at 8.15 thousand establishments. The trend reflects a slight but consistent decline:
- 2024: 8.13 thousand establishments (-0.25% year-on-year)
- 2025: 8.11 thousand establishments (-0.25% year-on-year)
- 2026: 8.09 thousand establishments (-0.25% year-on-year)
- 2027: 8.07 thousand establishments (-0.25% year-on-year)
- 2028: 8.06 thousand establishments (-0.12% year-on-year)
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -0.22% per year.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of healthcare policy changes, technological advancements in medical services, and demographic shifts such as aging population, which may influence the number and distribution of hospitals.