Japan is paying families 1 million yen to move to the countryside – but it won't make Tokyo any smaller

Once the whole benefits package is included, the maximum amount a family will be able to receive is JPY5 million. 5 million yen might sound like a lot of money but will be quickly used up in relocating to a new home, job and community, and reduced incomes.

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