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Japanese Centenarians Record

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The number of people aged 100 or more in Japan has exceeded 100,000 for the first time, according to the health ministry.

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The total population is estimated to drop to 87 million by 2070, representing a 30% decline from its peak of 128 million in 2008, according to data from the National Institute of Population and Social Security research.

4 of 4 outletsfirst reported 15 Sepwording from BBC

Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno said he was "delighted that so many people are living long, healthy and active lives", citing progress in medicine and technology.

3 of 4 outletsfirst reported 15 Sepwording from BBC

The oldest woman is Kishimoto Fuyo, a 114-year-old from Kyoto City and the oldest man is Kato Hikaru, a 112-year-old from Kumamoto.

3 of 4 outletsfirst reported 15 Sepwording from BBC

The figures were released to mark this year’s Sept. 15 Respect the Aged day, when healthy and active centenarians are honored by the government with a letter from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and a silver sake cup.

3 of 4 outletsfirst reported 15 Sepwording from New York Post

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BBC15 Sep

Japan's health ministry reports that over 100,000 people aged 100 or older now live in Japan, a world record with women making up 88% of this group. Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno attributes this trend to advancements in healthcare and lifestyle factors like diet and regular physical activity. However, he also highlights the challenges posed by an aging population on social security systems; Japan's total fertility…

More than 100,000 people in Japan are now aged 100 or older →

New York Post16 Sep

Japan has surpassed a record 100,000 centenarians this year, with 107,677 people aged 100 or older, up from last year's count. The health ministry attributes this growth to medical advancements, healthy lifestyles, and diets but also highlights the challenges of an aging population for social security systems. As part of Respect the Aged Day on September 15th, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi honors centenarians with…

Japan breaks record with over 100K people who are at least 100 years old →

Global News16 Sep

Japan's Health and Welfare Ministry reported that the number of centenarians in Japan exceeded 100,000 for the first time, reaching 107,677 as of September 2023. This milestone was marked by a gender disparity with women making up about 88% of the total, attributed to historical factors like male casualties from World War II and differences in lifestyle choices and social engagement between men and women. The…

Japan is now home to more than 100,000 people aged 100 or over →

Al Jazeera19 Sep

Japan has surpassed a new milestone by becoming home to over 100,000 centenarians—people aged 100 or older—the highest number recorded in its history according to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. This marks the 56th consecutive year of annual increases, with women making up nearly 88% of this group. While Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno celebrates these numbers as an indicator of advanced medical…

Japan has record 100,000 people aged over 100: How societies are ageing →

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15 Sep
The number of people aged 100 or more in Japan has exceeded 100,000 for the first time, according to the health ministry.
4 outlets · BBC
16 Sep
The National Institute of Population and Social Security Research last week released the results of a survey indicating more than 20% of both men and women who are single and aged between 18 and 34 have no intention of ever marrying, with nearly half saying they see no benefit in marriage.
2 outlets · New York Post
19 Sep
The number of people aged 60 or older is projected to rise from 1.1 billion in 2023 to 1.4 billion by 2030.
2 outlets · Al Jazeera

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Where to start Japan has record 100,000 people aged over 100: How societies are ageing Al Jazeera

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19 Sep Japan has record 100,000 people aged over 100: How societies are ageingJapan has surpassed a new milestone by becoming home to over 100,000 centenarians—people aged 100 or older—the highest number recorded in its history according to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. This marks the 56th consecutive year of annual increases, with women making up nearly 88% of this group. While Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno celebrates these numbers as an indicator of advanced medical…Al Jazeera
16 Sep Japan is now home to more than 100,000 people aged 100 or overJapan's Health and Welfare Ministry reported that the number of centenarians in Japan exceeded 100,000 for the first time, reaching 107,677 as of September 2023. This milestone was marked by a gender disparity with women making up about 88% of the total, attributed to historical factors like male casualties from World War II and differences in lifestyle choices and social engagement between men and women. The…Global News
16 Sep Japan breaks record with over 100K people who are at least 100 years oldJapan has surpassed a record 100,000 centenarians this year, with 107,677 people aged 100 or older, up from last year's count. The health ministry attributes this growth to medical advancements, healthy lifestyles, and diets but also highlights the challenges of an aging population for social security systems. As part of Respect the Aged Day on September 15th, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi honors centenarians with…New York Post
15 Sep More than 100,000 people in Japan are now aged 100 or olderJapan's health ministry reports that over 100,000 people aged 100 or older now live in Japan, a world record with women making up 88% of this group. Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno attributes this trend to advancements in healthcare and lifestyle factors like diet and regular physical activity. However, he also highlights the challenges posed by an aging population on social security systems; Japan's total fertility…BBC

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