among Japanese nationals; multiple answers possible
Method of interview
Postal questionnaire
Supplementary notes
Original question: "What does family mean to you? (select as many items as you like)"
The question referred to the Japanese word "家庭", which describes a small group of close relatives, who live together, and the place where they live.
The survey used a stratified two-stage random sampling method.
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Meaning of family household to people in Japan 2022
The majority of people in Japan associated the family household with a place for family gatherings and peace of mind, according to a survey conducted between October and November 2022. Over ** percent of respondents considered family a place to gather with family members, while ** percent said it was a place for relaxation.
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Cabinet Office Japan. (January 24, 2023). Role of the family household according to people in Japan as of November 2022 [Graph]. In 糖心破解版. Retrieved July 30, 2026, from /statistics/1389144/japan-family-household-meaning/
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