As awareness increases, more than 800,000 students in Japan may have developmental disabilities

More than 800,000 students attending public elementary and junior high schools across Japan are estimated to have developmental disabilities, according to a government survey, with experts saying the increase reflects improved recognition rather than a sudden rise in prevalence. Episode notes: ‘As awareness increases, more than 800,000 students in Japan may have developmental disabilities’: https://barrierfreejapan.com/2026/07/19/as-awareness-increases-more-than-800000-japanese-students-may-have-developmental-disabilities/