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Japan vs Italy Life expectancy
Japan overtook Italy in 1963. In 1960 Italy stood at roughly 102% of Japan’s Life expectancy; today the figure is about 100%, and the pair was closest in 1966 (100%).
| Year | Japan | Italy | Italy as % of Japan |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 67.7 | 69.12 | 102% |
| 1970 | 71.92 | 71.56 | 99% |
| 1980 | 75.99 | 73.94 | 97% |
| 1990 | 78.84 | 76.97 | 98% |
| 2000 | 81.08 | 79.78 | 98% |
| 2010 | 82.84 | 82.04 | 99% |
| 2020 | 84.56 | 82.2 | 97% |
| 2024 | 84.04 | 83.95 | 100% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Japan pass Italy in Life expectancy?
In 1963. Japan’s published Life expectancy rose above Italy’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do Japan and Italy compare today?
Japan is ahead: 84.04 against 83.95 — the trailing economy stands at about 100% of the leader.
Are these Life expectancy figures nominal or adjusted?
They are exactly as the World Bank publishes them — years — with no interpolation or estimation for missing years.
Full series
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