In 2012, press freedom index for Japan was -1 score. Press freedom index of Japan fell gradually from 7.5 score in 2002 to -1 score in 2012.
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| Date | Value | Change, % |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | -1.00 | -140.00% |
| 2010 | 2.50 | -23.08% |
| 2009 | 3.25 | -50.00% |
| 2008 | 6.50 | -44.68% |
| 2007 | 11.75 | -6.00% |
| 2006 | 12.50 | 56.25% |
| 2005 | 8.00 | -20.00% |
| 2004 | 10.00 | 25.00% |
| 2003 | 8.00 | 6.67% |
| 2002 | 7.50 |