Japan’s new longevity record set: Nearly 100,000 people living beyond 100; unveils surprising lifestyle secrets | World News

Japan has once again broken its own record for longevity, officially counting nearly 100,000 people aged 100 or older. Figures from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare confirm that as of September 2025, 99,763 Japanese citizens are centenarians as reported by The Japan Times. This remarkable achievement represents not just personal triumphs of survival […]

Japan’s oldest living person Shigeko Kagawa becomes 114-year-old longevity icon after Miyoko Hiroyasu death | World News

Japan, a country known for its incredible life expectancy and vibrant elderly community, has celebrated yet another milestone in longevity. Shigeko Kagawa, a 114-year-old retired physician from Nara Prefecture, has officially been recognised as Japan’s oldest living person, according to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.This honour comes after the passing of Miyoko Hiroyasu, […]