Because to better modern technology to ancient culture this place is extraordinary.
Japanese people live in Japan.
35% of people live in rural areas in Japan 65% or people in Japan live in urban areas
Yes, Japan is relatively affluent and people live to a great age.
Japan has no deserts so it has no effect on where peope live.
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Ainu people
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People in Japan tend to stay where they grew up, or close to their family. If not they live where they can get a stable job.
People live longest in Japan because they live a very healthy lifestyle
Over 127 million people live in the nation of Japan. To answer your question, we need to know what you mean by "near Japan". How close is near?