Japan's education system emphasises discipline, academic excellence, and moral education. Structured into elementary, middle, high school, and higher education, it fosters strong performance in global assessments like PISA, ranking high in mathematics and science. Despite its strengths, challenges include high student stress, limited creativity, and gender inequality. The system also faces demographic challenges due to Japan's aging population. Balancing academic rigor with innovation and student well-being is essential as Japan's education system adapts to future needs.