More than 100,000 people in Japan are now 100 years of age or older
- Figures 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.
- Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno said he was "delighted that so many people are
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- Figures 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.
- Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno said he was "delighted that so many people are
Sources: BBC News