From New York Post · · 40s
Japan Hits 100K Centenarians
Japan's centenarian count breaks 100,000 as aging population grows.
In brief
Japan's centenarian count breaks 100,000 as aging population grows. Japan now has 107,677 people aged 100 or older, exceeding previous records. Originally reported by New York Post.
Record Centenarians
Japan now has 107,677 people aged 100 or older.
Most Are Women
Nearly 88% of centenarians are women.
Nishi-Shinjuku Garden
Eight elderly residents revitalize community with iris garden.
Oldest Residents
Fuyo Kishimoto, 114, is Japan's oldest woman. Hikaru Kato, 112, is oldest man.
Respect the Aged Day
Prime Minister Takaichi honors centenarians with letters and sake cups.
Marriage Reluctance
Over 20% of young singles see no benefit in marriage.
What it means
Japan now has 107,677 people aged 100 or older, exceeding previous records.
