While Japanese is the official language and the primary language spoken by the majority of the population, there are around 35 other languages spoken by various ethnic groups and communities within the country. These include:
* Ainu: The language of the indigenous Ainu people, spoken in Hokkaido.
* Okinawan: A Ryukyuan language spoken in Okinawa prefecture.
* Korean: Spoken by the Korean minority in Japan.
* Chinese dialects: Spoken by Chinese immigrants and their descendants.
* English: Used in certain business and academic contexts.
Therefore, Japan has one main language (Japanese), but a variety of other languages are spoken within its borders.