Fluency: The number of fluent English speakers in Japan is very low. Only about 2% to 8% of the population can speak English with a high level of proficiency. Global Ranking (2025-2026): According to the 2025 EF English Proficiency Index, Japan has slipped to 96th place out of 123 countries, falling into the "Very Low Proficiency" category. Student Improvement: According to a 2025 government report, approximately 52% of junior high school and 51% of senior high school students have basic English proficiency (Eiken Grade 3 or higher). Major Cities: The percentage of English speakers is higher in large tourist cities like Tokyo (20%) and Kyoto compared to rural areas. The State of English in Japan: Most people in Japan learn English only as a subject, so they may be better at reading and writing, but they often struggle with conversational skills. #Japan #India #🆕 ताजा अपडेट #moj_content