Japan's Centenarian Count

Japan now has 107,677 people aged 100 or older, a record for the country known for longevity.

Longest Lives in Japan

The oldest woman, Fuyo Kishimoto from Kyoto, is 114 and the oldest man, Hikaru Kato from Kumamoto, is 112.

Health Minister's Pledge

Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno pledged to build a strong social security system for elderly health and longevity.

Centenarian Health Factors

Experts attribute Japanese longevity to healthy diets, active routines, and affordable health systems with regular checkups.

Gender Disparity in Centenarians

Women make up 88% of centenarians due to higher WWII mortality among men and lifestyle differences.

Tetsuo Sato's Story

Tetsuo Sato, 106, lives in Osonogo with family and makes notebooks from old calendars.

Family Bonding

Kuniko Sato says Tetsuo stays active, washing rice bowls after leg injury, and cares for each other.

“When I injured my leg last year, Grandpa started washing his own rice bowls.”