Greyest Japanese village turns to Peru sister city to plug severe worker shortage

The village of Nanmoku in Japan has formed a sister city relationship with Belen in Peru in an effort to address its severe worker shortage. This shortage is a result of the village's aging population, with over 65% of residents aged 65 or older. The village is hoping that cultural exchanges with Belen will attract young people to live and work in Nanmoku, potentially reversing the population decline and ensuring the village's survival. This move highlights the challenges faced by rural areas in Japan, where aging populations and labor shortages are common issues.

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Japan's aging population is causing a severe worker shortage. The country is looking to its Peruvian sister city for a solution to address the labour shortage and reverse its population decline.

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