Hearing Aids Becoming More Fashionable, Functional; Demand Rising as Japan’s Population Continues to Age Rapidly

The Yomiuri Shimbun
12:56 JST,
November 3, 2024
As Japan’s population is aging, demand for hearing aids is increasing in the country. Last year saw the shipment of a record 650,000 hearing aids. On the other hand, some people are reluctant to use hearing aids, saying they feel embarrassed to wear them. In response, manufacturers are focusing on p...
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