The share of male practicing physicians aged 35 or less in Japan was recorded at approximately 65.5% in 2024. This share is gradually declining, with slight percentage decreases over the forecast period through 2028, registering incremental year-on-year declines: around 0.17% from 2024 to 2025, 0.17% from 2025 to 2026, 0.14% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.15% from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast is moderately negative, indicative of a subtle downward trend in the segment's share.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential shifts in gender dynamics within the medical profession, influencing the composition of young practitioners.
Government and institutional policies aimed at balancing gender ratios in medical education and employment.
The impact of societal changes on career choices among younger males, which could affect these numbers further.