Japanese, their living spaces, even their friendships are shrinking
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Source: Nikkei Asia
Published: 2026-08-15 18:00 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Science, Property & Housing, Space, Asia Pacific
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Downsize and thrive: This Tokyoite lives in an apartment that has the space of three tatami mats, around 5 square meters. (Photo by Tokuyuki Matsubuchi)
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