Seeing Japan's older workers made me wonder how the US could better prepare for an aging economy

Nearly 30% of Japan's population is 65 or older, and many still work.

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• Japan has adapted to an aging workforce with government support and job programs.
• Nearly 30% of Japan's population is 65 or older, with many working in low-wage jobs.
• Experts say the US can learn from Japan's policies on older workers, as well as shortcomings.

While traversing the narrow, winding roads outside the Japanese town of Fujikawaguchiko...