History with Chris HardingEpisode 23: Why is Japan's Population Shrinking So Fast?1×0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -8:27-8:27Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.Episode 23: Why is Japan's Population Shrinking So Fast?And Is It Really a Crisis?Christopher HardingNov 14, 2025ShareTranscriptDiscussion about this episodeCommentsRestacksHistory with Chris HardingConversations and audio essays about the history of Japan & East-West encounter.Conversations and audio essays about the history of Japan & East-West encounter. SubscribeListen onSubstack AppApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsRSS FeedAppears in episodeChristopher HardingRecent EpisodesEpisode 22: A New Way to Discover JapanNov 7 • Christopher HardingPreview: Episode 21: Does Japan Believe in Ghosts?Oct 31 • Christopher HardingEpisode 21: Does Japan Believe in Ghosts?Oct 31 • Christopher HardingEpisode 20: Walking the Yamanote LineOct 24 • Christopher HardingThe StarOct 17 • Christopher HardingPreview: Episode 19: The StarOct 17 • Christopher HardingEpisode 18: Can Vending Machines Save Japan?Oct 10 • Christopher Harding