Key Facts
• June 19, 2025: Fukushima announced record migration numbers for 2024.
• 2,700 households and 3,799 people moved to Fukushima, up 263 households and 380 people from 2023.
• 70% of migrants were under 40 years old.
• Over half of migrants came from Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama.
• Central Fukushima saw the highest migration with 775 people, up 85 from 2023.
• 12 municipalities affected by the nuclear disaster saw 578 households and 822 people move in.
• Fukushima aims to increase annual migration to 4,500 people by 2030.
• Initiatives include seminars, exchange events, and collaboration with all 59 municipalities.
• A new department, “Fukushima Living Promotion Division,” was established in 2023 to boost migration efforts.
• Migration policies are part of a broader strategy to counter population decline.
Summary
Fukushima Prefecture reported record migration numbers for 2024, with 2,700 households and 3,799 people relocating to the region. This marks an increase of 263 households and 380 people compared to the previous year. The majority of migrants, 70%, were under 40 years old, with over half coming from Tokyo and surrounding prefectures. Central Fukushima recorded the highest influx, while municipalities affected by the nuclear disaster saw a slight decline. To address population decline, Fukushima has implemented various initiatives, including seminars, exchange events, and a new department to promote migration. The prefecture aims to attract 4,500 migrants annually by 2030.
