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Japan’s Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI) system, or Kaigo Hoken, was introduced in 2000 to address the needs of a rapidly aging population. In this article, we explain exactly **how is kaigo funded in Japan**, detailing the comprehensive approach that blends public contributions, premiums, and co-payments.
Launched in 2000, Japan's Long-Term Care Insurance system, known as *Kaigo hoken*, provides vital support to the nation's rapidly aging population. This mandatory public program is designed to provide affordable care services for seniors and individuals with disabilities due to age, easing the caregiving burden on families. By 2025, it is estimated that Japan's long-term care costs could exceed ¥15 trillion.
With approximately 28% of its population aged 65 or older as of 2023, Japan is the world's most rapidly aging society. This demographic reality has driven the nation to develop a robust, multi-faceted system for elderly care, fundamentally reshaping how Japan takes care of its elderly beyond traditional family responsibility.
