Japan vs Germany
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Japan | Germany | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $4.03T | $4.69T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $32,487 | $56,104 | 2024 |
| Population | 124.0M | 83.5M | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 0.10% | -0.50% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 2.74% | 2.26% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 2.45% | 3.71% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 84.0 years | 80.5 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 377,969 km2 | 357,680 km2 | 2023 |
Japan vs Germany: Analysis
Germany has a larger economy than Japan, with a nominal GDP roughly 1.2 times greater based on 2024 data. Japan recorded a GDP of $4.03T, while Germany stood at $4.69T.
In terms of GDP per capita, Germany leads over Japan. Japan has a per capita output of $32,487, compared to $56,104 for Germany.
Japan has a larger population than Germany. Japan is home to approximately 124.0M people, while Germany has about 83.5M.
By surface area, Japan is the larger country. Japan covers 377,969 km2, and Germany spans 357,680 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in Japan: 84.0 years in Japan versus 80.5 years in Germany. Japan has the lower unemployment rate (Japan: 2.45%, Germany: 3.71%). Inflation stands at 2.74% in Japan and 2.26% in Germany.
These figures are drawn from World Bank Open Data and reflect the most recent available reporting year for each indicator. For historical trends and additional indicators, explore the individual country profiles on NationStat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has a larger GDP, Japan or Germany?
Germany has the larger GDP. Japan has a GDP of $4.03T (2024), while Germany has $4.69T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between Japan and Germany?
The population difference is approximately 40.5M. Japan has 124.0M people (2024), and Germany has 83.5M (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is Japan richer than Germany?
By GDP per capita, Germany is wealthier. Japan has a GDP per capita of $32,487 (2024), compared to $56,104 for Germany (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, Japan or Germany?
Japan has higher life expectancy. Japan: 84.0 years (2023), Germany: 80.5 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, Japan or Germany?
Japan is larger by area. Japan covers 377,969 km2, while Germany covers 357,680 km2. Source: World Bank.