Number of deaths in Japan today so far:
2,856
A person dies approximately every 20.32 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 1,551,590
Number of deaths per day: 4,251
Number of deaths per hour: 177
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Japan according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 177,994 |
| 2 | Stroke | 123,345 |
| 3 | Lower respiratory infections | 85,897 |
| 4 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 84,659 |
| 5 | Colon and rectum cancers | 61,505 |
| 6 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 60,800 |
| 7 | Kidney diseases | 51,197 |
| 8 | Stomach cancer | 48,103 |
| 9 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 44,365 |
| 10 | Pancreas cancer | 43,029 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Japan?
The leading cause of death in Japan is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 177,994 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Japan?
The top three causes of death in Japan are Ischaemic heart disease, Stroke, and Lower respiratory infections.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Japan each year?
Approximately 177,994 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Japan each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.