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What Texas can learn from Japanese cities that give technology to its senior citizens
By Texas Tribune, By Terri Langford, Interview Translations By Mizuki Nakamura at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 15 min read
This story is part of a reporting fellowship sponsored by the Association of Health Care Journalists and supported by The Commonwealth Fund.TOKYO — In Shibuya, home to one of Tokyo’s busiest train stations and shopping destinations, seniors can choose a monitoring service and the city will instal...
Key takeaway Finding sustainable, low-cost ways to care for the elderly population is a problem Texas is all too familiar with and Japan, home to the world’s largest over-65 population at 36 million, is beating Texas in solving.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
In Montgomery County, where Magnolia is located, the senior population is growing rapidly, putting a strain on local resources. As Texas looks to Japan for solutions to its elder care challenges, Magnolia's own community can benefit from similar initiatives. The city's goal of keeping older residents in their homes for as long as possible aligns with Japan's approach, and investing in technology can be a key part of this strategy. By exploring low-cost, sustainable solutions like those used in Japanese cities, Magnolia can help its senior citizens maintain their independence and quality of life. This could involve partnering with local businesses and organizations to provide monitoring services, medication reminders, and other forms of support, allowing seniors to stay in their homes and receive the care they need without breaking the bank.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 15 min
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What is this story about? This story is part of a reporting fellowship sponsored by the Association of Health Care Journalists and supported by The Commonwealth Fund.TOKYO — In Shibuya, home to one of Tokyo’s busiest train stations and shopping destinations, seniors can choose a monitoring service and the city will instal...
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