Why Japan's demographics have not scared off Singapore property groups

SINGAPORE'S real estate firms are not shying away from investing in Japan, despite the country's shrinking population and its subdued economic growth.

The recent asset purchases suggest that investors are undeterred by the weak demographics, and turning their attention to the stable returns.

Japan's population is estimated to have declined from a peak of around 128.1 million in 2008 to around 125.5 million in 2021. Over 28 per cent of the population is aged 65 and above.