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Japan’s Elderly Are Seeking Jobs Even Past Retirement
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The number of people 65 and older looking for work in Japan has more than doubled over the past decade, according to government data.
The proportion of job seekers 65 and older was 13%, up sharply from 5% in 2014. If those ages 55 and over are included, the group accounts for a third of all job seekers.
Elderly job seekers cite work as an opportunity to supplement their income while also staying mentally and physically active.