Japan child suicides reach record high

Japan Child Suicides Hit Record High

The number of children who died by suicide in Japan reached a new record in 2025, with 532 cases reported, marking the second consecutive year of historic highs despite a broader decline in overall suicides. Experts attribute the increase to pressures like school stress and bullying, alongside insufficient mental health support. The country’s total suicide toll dropped to its lowest level in decades, with 19,097 deaths in 2025, down from 20,268 the previous year.