In brief
A recent study from the Japan Association for Sex Education indicates that a staggering four out of five teenage boys, aged 15-18, have never kissed, while less than 28% of high school girls have experienced the same milestone. These figures, the lowest reported since 1974, are linked to Japan's persistent declining birth rate, raising concerns among experts. The survey, which involved over 12,500 students, also revealed a notable decrease in sexual activity among both sexes— with boys reporting a 3.5% drop in sexual experiences and girls a 5.3% decline since 2017. The COVID-19 pandemic has been cited as a potential contributor to these changes, disrupting typical social interactions during formative years. However, the study did note an uptick in claims of masturbation among teens. The data coincides with alarming demographic trends suggesting Japan's population could drop to below 53 million by the century's end, exacerbating a situation where already one in ten residents is aged 80 or older.
Teens in Japan Facing Love Drought: New Survey Reveals Alarming TrendsSurvey shows high school boys are less likely to experience their first kiss, reflecting a worrying trend in Japan's youth sexuality.A recent study from the Japan Association for Sex Education indicates that a staggering four out of five teenage boys, aged 15-18, have never kissed, while less than 28% of high school girls have experienced the same milestone. These figures, the lowest reported since 1974, are linked to Japan's persistent declining birth rate, raising concerns among experts. The survey, which involved over 12,500 students, also revealed a notable decrease in sexual activity among both sexes— with boys reporting a 3.5% drop in sexual experiences and girls a 5.3% decline since 2017. The COVID-19 pandemic has been cited as a potential contributor to these changes, disrupting typical social interactions during formative years. However, the study did note an uptick in claims of masturbation among teens. The data coincides with alarming demographic trends suggesting Japan's population could drop to below 53 million by the century's end, exacerbating a situation where already one in ten residents is aged 80 or older.
