Japan Unemployment Rate
2.4%▼ −0.1 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
Unemployment Rate in Japan fell to 2.4% in Jul 2026 from 2.5% in Jun 2026.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4% | 2.5% | 5.5%Jul 2009 | 1.0%Mar 1970 | 1955 – 2026 | Monthly |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 123.4M | 124.0M | 128.1M | 93.2M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| GDP Growth Rate | 0.5% | 0.4% | 8.7% | -9.5% | Jun 2026 | Quarterly |
About this series
Unemployment Rate in Japan averaged 3.5% from 1955 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 5.5% in Jul 2009 and a record low of 1.0% in Mar 1970. The series is reported monthly with history from 1955.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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