As of 2023, Japan's female maternal mortality ratio stands at 4.0 per hundred thousand live births. The forecast for 2024 and 2025 remains steady at 4.0, projecting stability. An improvement is anticipated with a decrease to 3.0 from 2026 to 2028. This indicates a year-on-year decrease of 25% for 2026 and stability thereafter. The five-year CAGR reflects a gradual improvement in maternal health outcomes.
Future trends to observe include advancements in healthcare technologies and policies in Japan aimed at further reducing maternal mortality rates. Monitoring these trends can provide insights into potential future decreases in maternal mortality ratios.
