Japan's seniors see higher long‑term care fees but report highest happiness among workers

In Japan, long‑term care insurance premiums shift from a shared employer‑employee contribution to full individual payment once a person turns 65. If a household includes a working‑age child who pays resident tax, the family's premium can roughly double. Experts advise separating the household registration to remain in a non‑taxable bracket and keep premiums lower.

Separate surveys show that workers in their 60s rate their job happiness the highest of all age groups, even though re‑employment after retirement typically brings about a 44 % reduction in salary. Analysts attribute this rise in satisfaction to reduced workplace competition, lower stress, and a shift away from performance‑driven pressures that affect younger employees.