Sumber Daya Air Sebagai Salah Satu Faktor Alam Penunjang Harapan Hidup Tinggi Masyarakat Jepang

Abstract

Over time, the population growth in most countries comes from the elderly. One of them is Japan, which is known as a country with the older adults with a low mortality rate. This is evident from data from 50 countries with the highest number of older adults according to demographic data analysis from the PRB (Population Reference Bureau); Japan is in the first rank with the highest percentage of older adults aged 65 years and over in March 2020. This study aims to describe water as a natural resource to support the high life expectancy of the Japanese people. The method used in this research is the descriptive method. The data is collected through a literature study. This research shows that water in Japan is based on culture, religion, and health. As well as technological advances in Japan, water often supports technology-based innovations.