The share of male practicing physicians in Japan has been on a declining trend from 2024 to 2028, starting at 75.55% in 2024 and projected to decrease to 73.84% by 2028. This indicates a steady reduction in the proportion of male physicians by 1.71 percentage points over this five-year period. The average yearly decline or CAGR over this period is approximately 0.46%.

Future trends to watch:

The continual integration and encouragement of female physicians in the Japanese medical field could further decrease the male share.
Potential shifts in gender dynamics within medical schools and institutions might accelerate this trend.
Policy changes promoting gender equity in the workforce could play a significant role in this ongoing transition.