GoKawiilFigures show Japan is now home to 107,677 centenarians, the highest number in the world, of whom 88% are women. 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.
More than 100k people in Japan are now aged 100 or older
Why This Matters
Japan's growing centenarian population highlights the broader challenge of an aging society, which has major implications for healthcare systems, pension programs, and labor markets worldwide. As other nations approach similar demographic shifts, Japan's experience offers a preview of the economic and social adaptations that will be required.
Key Takeaways
- Japan now has a record 107,677 people aged 100 or older, the most of any country.
- Women make up 88% of Japan's centenarians, reflecting global gender longevity trends.
- Japan's aging population underscores looming challenges for healthcare and social support systems that other countries may soon face.
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