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For the first time, Japan has more than 100,000 centenarians

Japan has become the first country to have over 100,000 residents aged 100 or older. As of September 1, the country registered 107,677 centenarians, an increase of 7,914 from the previous year. Women make up nearly 88% of this demographic group. This marks the 56th consecutive year that Japan has broken its own record for centenarian population growth.

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  • ✓ Japan registered 107,677 residents aged 100 or older as of September 1.
  • ✓ The number of centenarians in Japan has increased by 7,914 from the previous year.
  • ✓ Women make up nearly 88% of Japan's centenarian population.
  • ✓ Japan's oldest-known living person is Fuyo Kishimoto, aged 114 years and 293 days.
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The number of centenarians in Japan has increased by 7,914, surpassing the 100,000 milestone for the first time.

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  1. Japan's centenarian population surpasses 100,000

    Japan has become the first country to have over 100,000 residents aged 100 or older. As of September 1, the country registered 107,677 centenarians, an increase of 7,914 from the previous year. Women make up nearly 88% of this demographic group. This marks the 56th consecutive year that Japan has broken its own record for centenarian population growth.

    Why it matters

    Japan's milestone highlights its position as a leader in extreme longevity, with a decades-long trajectory of growth in its centenarian population. The country's aging population presents both challenges and opportunities for its economy, healthcare system, and society as a whole.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan registered 107,677 residents aged 100 or older as of September 1.
    • The number of centenarians in Japan has increased by 7,914 from the previous year.
    • Women make up nearly 88% of Japan's centenarian population.
    • Japan's oldest-known living person is Fuyo Kishimoto, aged 114 years and 293 days.
    • The oldest verified Japanese person ever is Kane Tanaka, who lived to 119 years and 107 days.

    What to watch next

    • The release of Japan's next population census.
    • Updates on Japan's policies and initiatives to address its aging population.
    • Reports on the economic and social implications of Japan's growing centenarian population.
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  2. Japan Centenarians Surpass 100,000

    Japan registered 107,677 residents aged 100 or older as of September 1, crossing the 100,000 milestone for the first time. Announced by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the figures reveal an increase of 7,914 individuals compared to the previous year. Women make up nearly 88 percent of this demographic group. This update marks the 56th consecutive year that the nation has broken its own record for centenarian population growth, continuing a decades-long trajectory of extreme longevity.

    Why it matters

    The trend of extreme longevity in Japan began in the mid-twentieth century when the number of centenarians was significantly lower. The steady rise in this population highlights broader demographic shifts toward an aging society, which places continuous pressure on health and social welfare systems. Government tracking of these milestones provides essential data on public health outcomes.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan recorded 107,677 registered residents aged 100 or older as of September 1.
    • The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announced the figures, showing an increase of 7,914 individuals from the previous year.
    • Women comprise nearly 88 percent of the centenarian demographic group.
    • This update marks the 56th consecutive year that the country has broken its own record for centenarian population growth.

    What to watch next

    • Annual demographic updates from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare regarding elderly populations
    • Government policy adjustments addressing the healthcare and infrastructure needs of an aging demographic
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  3. Japan Centenarians Exceed 100,000 for First Time

    Japan has recorded 107,677 registered residents aged 100 or older as of September 1, surpassing the 100,000 threshold for the first time. The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announced the figures, showing an increase of 7,914 individuals from the previous year. Women comprise nearly 88 percent of this demographic group. This update marks the 56th consecutive year that the country has broken its own record for centenarian population growth, continuing a long-term trend of extreme longevity that began in the mid-twentieth century when numbers were significantly lower.

    Why it matters

    The data reflects a rapid demographic shift that challenges public health policies and national infrastructure as elder care demands expand. In 1963, the government recorded only 153 centenarians nationwide, a figure that climbed past one thousand in 1981 and surpassed ten thousand in 1998. Observers note that these shifting age distributions require structural adjustments in governance and systemic reform to manage the aging population effectively.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan has 107,677 registered residents aged 100 or older as of September 1.
    • Women account for nearly 88 percent of the total centenarian population.
    • The number of centenarians has risen for 56 consecutive years since the tracking began.
    • Japan counted only 153 centenarians when the statistical survey started in 1963.
    • The centenarian total passed one thousand in 1981 and surpassed ten thousand in 1998.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Unreliable age records can distort scientific understanding of aging and research behind popular longevity guides like Blue Zones.

    What to watch next

    • Subsequent demographic updates from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare regarding older adult population trends.
    • Policy adjustments and public health funding responses to the expanding community of centenarians.
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  4. Japan Surpasses 100,000 Centenarians for the First Time

    Japan has recorded 107,677 residents aged 100 or older as of September 1, crossing the 100,000 threshold for the first time in the country's history. Women make up the vast majority of this population group, representing 88 percent of all citizens over a century old. This milestone illustrates a significant demographic transformation toward extreme longevity compared to mid-twentieth century figures, when centenarians were exceptionally rare. The updated data establishes a new baseline for the nation's aging population trends as public health policies adapt to an expanding community of older adults.

    Why it matters

    The expansion of the centenarian population highlights a decades-long trajectory of longevity in Japan. This surge stands in stark contrast to historical data from the middle of the twentieth century, during which the total population of individuals over one hundred was only a tiny fraction of current levels. The demographic shift places unique pressures on public infrastructure, healthcare systems, and pension programs.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan recorded 107,677 residents aged 100 or older as of September 1.
    • Women represent 88 percent of all citizens over a century old in Japan.

    What to watch next

    • Future demographic reports from Japanese health authorities to see if the centenarian population continues to grow.
    • Policy adjustments by the Japanese government regarding healthcare and pension allocations for the expanding oldest-old demographic.
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  5. Japan Surpasses 100,000 Centenarians for the First Time

    Japan has officially reached a historic milestone by recording 107,677 residents aged 100 or older as of September 1. This marks the first occasion that the country's centenarian population has crossed the 100,000 threshold. Women comprise the overwhelming majority of this demographic group, representing 88 percent of all citizens over a century old. This dramatic demographic shift highlights a decades-long trajectory of longevity in the country, contrasting sharply with historical figures from the mid-twentieth century when the total population of centenarians was a tiny fraction of current levels.

    Why it matters

    The surging population of older adults presents profound economic and social hurdles for Japan as birth rates continue to decline and the workforce shrinks. Analyzing the growth of super-seniors offers vital lessons for other nations confronting shifting population pyramids and future-building challenges. The country counted only 153 centenarians back in 1963.

    What is confirmed

    • As of September 1, Japan had 107,677 people aged 100 or older.
    • In 1963, Japan counted only 153 centenarians.

    What to watch next

    • Future health ministry demographic updates to track the trajectory of aging populations
    • Policy responses addressing declining birth rates and an aging workforce
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  6. Japan Surpasses 100,000 Centenarians for the First Time

    Japan has officially surpassed 100,000 residents aged 100 or older, with health ministry figures showing a total of 107,677 centenarians. Women make up the vast majority of this milestone demographic, accounting for 88 percent of the population over a century old. This achievement marks fifty-six consecutive years of annual growth among the nation's oldest citizens. Officials attribute the rising count to medical advancements, improved nutrition, and higher living standards, though the milestone also underscores the broader challenge of a rapidly aging and declining society with fewer children being born.

    Why it matters

    The surge past the 100,000 threshold highlights a long-term demographic shift in Japan characterized by extreme longevity alongside falling birth rates. This trend forces a reexamination of national systems covering pensions, care reforms, and societal support structures. Spiritual institutions like Japanese Buddhist temples are also adapting to broader economic pressures by turning to financial markets for maintenance funds.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan has reached a total of 107,677 residents aged 100 or older.
    • Women account for 88 percent of the centenarian population.
    • The country has recorded fifty-six consecutive years of annual growth among its oldest citizens.
    • Health officials attribute the rising count to medical advancements, improved nutrition, and higher living standards.

    Still unconfirmed

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    What to watch next

    • Updates on care reforms and pension policies addressing Japan's aging population
    • Future demographic surveys from the health ministry tracking centenarian growth rates
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  7. Japan Surpasses 100,000 Centenarians for First Time

    Japan reached 107,677 residents aged 100 or older, marking the first time the country has topped the 100,000 threshold for centenarians. Women account for almost all of this demographic, representing nearly the entirety of the population over a century old. This milestone arrives after fifty-six consecutive years of annual growth among the nation's oldest citizens. The health minister attributes the rising count to medical advancements, improved nutrition, and higher living standards. Officials released the new statistics on Tuesday, highlighting the broader demographic trend of a rapidly aging and declining society.

    Why it matters

    This milestone highlights the severe demographic shifts confronting industrialized nations with low birth rates and rising life expectancies. Japan serves as a global bellwether for the societal pressures created by an expanding elderly population relative to its workforce. Experts note that maintaining physical stability and independence in advanced age requires specific routines, including balance training and controlled standing exercises.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan now has 107,677 centenarians, according to Health and Welfare Ministry statistics released Tuesday.
    • The centenarian count increased by 7,914 from the previous year, marking fifty-six consecutive years of annual growth.
    • Women account for almost all Japanese residents aged 100 or older.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Specific physical habits such as controlled standing and balance training are necessary to maintain stability in advanced age.

    What to watch next

    • Future annual demographic data releases from the Health and Welfare Ministry to track the trajectory of the centenarian population.
    • Policy responses by the Japanese government addressing the rapidly aging and declining population.
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  8. Japan becomes first nation to exceed 100,000 centenarians

    Japan is the first country in the world to have more than 100,000 residents aged 100 or older. Current data shows the population of centenarians reached 107,677, with women representing 88 percent of the group. The health minister attributes this growth to improved nutrition, medical advancements, and higher living standards. This milestone follows a fifty-six-year period of annual growth among the oldest citizens. Experts suggest that maintaining stability in advanced age requires specific physical habits, including controlled standing and balance training.

    Why it matters

    The growth of the centenarian population increases the demographic pressure on Japan's aging society. This trend reflects a broader global increase in people reaching age 100. Research into longevity habits continues as Japan hits benchmarks no other nation has achieved.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan has more than 100,000 residents aged 100 or older.
    • Japan is the first country to surpass the 100,000 centenarian mark.
    • The number of Japanese centenarians reached 107,677.
    • Women comprise 88 percent of Japan's centenarian population.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Fifty years of research shows a small set of everyday habits consistently appears among the longest-lived people.

    What to watch next

    • Updated projections for the global 100-plus population by 2050
    • Official government data on the economic impact of the aging squeeze
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  9. Japan Centenarian Population Surpasses 100,000

    Japan has reached a record 107,677 people aged 100 or older, marking the first time the country has exceeded the 100,000 threshold for extreme longevity. Women make up 88 percent of this group, continuing a fifty-six-year streak of annual growth among the nation's oldest citizens. The health minister credits the rising total to better living standards, nutrition, and medical advancements. Experts recommend daily physical habits like balance training and controlled standing to maintain stability during advanced age.

    Why it matters

    This demographic milestone underscores broader population aging trends across East Asia, where neighboring South Korea also reports rapid growth in its centenarian population. Japan maintains its status as a global leader in longevity while simultaneously implementing stricter domestic policies, including a twenty-fold increase in permanent residency fees for foreign nationals under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan has reached a record 107,677 people aged 100 or older.
    • Women account for 88 percent of the centenarian population.
    • The milestone marks fifty-six consecutive years of annual growth among Japan's oldest citizens.

    What to watch next

    • Whether the fifty-six-year streak of centenarian growth will continue in subsequent annual reports
    • Further updates on Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's immigration and residency policy changes
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  10. Japan Surpasses 100,000 Centenarians for First Time

    Japan has reached a record 107,677 people aged 100 or older, marking the first time the country's centenarian population has exceeded the 100,000 threshold. Women account for 88 percent of this extreme longevity group. This milestone continues a fifty-six-year streak of annual growth among the nation's oldest citizens. The country's health minister attributes the rising numbers to better living standards, nutrition, and medical advancements. Experts also highlight daily physical habits such as balance training and controlled standing as practical methods to maintain stability during advanced age.

    Why it matters

    This demographic milestone occurs alongside concurrent national pressures, including a record low fertility rate and a shrinking agricultural sector facing extreme weather and cost challenges. Japan currently holds the highest count of centenarians in the world. Analysts examine these populations to understand how diet, lifestyle, and healthcare contribute to exceptional longevity.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan has reached a total of 107,677 people aged 100 or older.
    • Women make up 88 percent of the centenarian population in Japan.
    • The country's health minister touted improvements in living conditions, diet, nutrition, and medical technology.

    What to watch next

    • Updates on how demographic aging impacts national pension and healthcare systems
    • Further data on regional differences in centenarian concentrations across Japan
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  11. Japan surpasses 100000 centenarians for the first time

    Japan has reached a total of 107677 people aged 100 or older, marking the first time the country has exceeded 100000 centenarians. Women make up 88 percent of this extreme longevity population. This demographic milestone represents the fifty-sixth consecutive year of growth for the country's oldest citizens. The aging trend coincides with concurrent national challenges involving a record low fertility rate. Experts note that physical practices such as balance exercises, controlled standing, and stepping can assist individuals in building stability as they age.

    Why it matters

    The expansion of Japan's population of residents aged 100 and older highlights prolonged demographic shifts toward an aging society. This milestone arrives as the nation simultaneously addresses a record low fertility rate. The growth trajectory has now spanned fifty-six straight years without interruption.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan has exceeded 100000 centenarians for the first time, reaching a total of 107677 people aged 100 or older.
    • Women make up 88 percent of the total centenarian group in Japan.
    • The milestone marks the fifty-sixth straight year of demographic growth in the country's extreme longevity population.

    What to watch next

    • Further official demographic updates from Japanese authorities regarding regional longevity distributions.
    • Continued government policy announcements addressing the record low fertility rate alongside the aging population.
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  12. Japan Surpasses 100,000 Centenarians for First Time

    Japan has exceeded 100,000 centenarians for the first time, reaching a total of 107,677 people aged 100 or older. This marks the fifty-sixth straight year of demographic growth in the country's extreme longevity population. Women make up 88 percent of the total centenarian group. The milestone arrives as the nation simultaneously addresses a record low fertility rate. Separate regional events in the country also include four deaths caused by Typhoon Dujuan, which battered Tokyo and surrounding prefectures with destructive winds and torrential rains.

    Why it matters

    The rising population of older adults highlights shifting demographic pressures in East Asia's third-largest economy. Researchers studying extreme longevity often examine Japanese lifestyle factors for clues regarding aging populations. Concurrently, the broader economic and weather conditions in the region present distinct challenges, marked by recent destructive typhoons and monetary policy shifts by the Bank of Japan.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan has 107,677 people aged 100 or older, marking the fifty-sixth consecutive year of growth for this demographic.
    • Women account for 88 percent of Japan's centenarians.
    • Four people have died in Japan after Typhoon Dujuan lashed Tokyo and surrounding prefectures with torrential rains and destructive winds.

    What to watch next

    • Future demographic reports from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare regarding longevity trends.
    • Further updates on recovery efforts following Typhoon Dujuan.
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  13. Japan's Centenarian Population Exceeds 100,000

    Japan now has 107,677 people aged 100 or older, according to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. This figure represents the fifty-sixth straight year of growth for the demographic and includes nearly 8,000 more individuals than the last reporting period. The increase in extreme longevity occurs while the nation faces a record low fertility rate. Separately, 90-year-old bodybuilder Toshisuke Kanazawa has won 19 national titles and claims he will continue to compete.

    Why it matters

    The rise in centenarians highlights a significant demographic shift in Japan. This trend puts pressure on healthcare and social systems while the birth rate declines.

    What is confirmed

    • The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare reports Japan has 107,677 people aged 100 or older.
    • Japan's centenarian population has grown for fifty-six consecutive years.
    • Nearly 8,000 centenarians were added since the previous reporting period.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Toshisuke Kanazawa expects to win more national bodybuilding crowns.

    What to watch next

    • Future reports from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare on centenarian growth
    • New data on Japan's fertility rate trends
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  14. Japan's Centenarian Count Reaches Milestone

    Japan has surpassed 100,000 centenarians for the first time, recording a total of 107,677 people aged 100 or older according to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. This marks the fifty-sixth consecutive year of growth for this demographic, adding nearly 8,000 individuals since the previous reporting period. The unprecedented milestone coincides with a record low fertility rate across the nation.

    Why it matters

    The expansion of Japan's oldest demographic highlights severe structural shifts in the country's population pyramid. Sustained growth in centenarians strains social security systems while the total fertility rate hits record lows. Understanding this balance is critical for assessing future labor supply and public healthcare burdens.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan now has 107,677 people aged 100 or older according to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
    • The centenarian population has exceeded 100,000 for the first time.
    • The demographic has experienced fifty-six consecutive years of growth.
    • The count increased by nearly 8,000 individuals since the previous reporting period.

    What to watch next

    • Future demographic reports from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
    • Policy responses addressing the record low fertility rate alongside the aging population
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  15. Japan Centenarian Population Surpasses 100,000 for First Time

    Japan now has 107,677 people aged 100 or older, according to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. This figure represents the first time the centenarian population has exceeded 100,000 and marks the fifty-sixth consecutive year of growth for this demographic. The count increased by nearly 8,000 individuals since the previous reporting period. This demographic surge coincides with a record low fertility rate across the country.

    Why it matters

    The rise in centenarians reflects long-term trends in Japanese longevity and healthcare. These statistics highlight a growing imbalance between an aging population and a shrinking birth rate.

    What is confirmed

    • The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare recorded 107,677 individuals aged 100 or older as of September.
    • The number of centenarians in Japan has risen for fifty-six consecutive years.
    • The centenarian population increased by nearly 8,000 people since the previous period.

    What to watch next

    • Updates to the national fertility rate
    • Future demographic reports from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
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  16. Japan Centenarian Population Surpasses 100,000 Amid Falling Birth Rates

    Japan has recorded 107,677 individuals aged 100 or older as of September, marking the first time the centenarian population exceeded 100,000. Data from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare shows this is the fifty-sixth consecutive year the count has risen, adding nearly 8,000 people since the previous period. While the elderly population grows, the nation's fertility rate has reached a record low.

    Why it matters

    These demographic shifts highlight a growing imbalance between an aging population and a shrinking birth rate. The trend places increasing pressure on national healthcare and social security systems.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan recorded 107,677 centenarians in September.
    • The number of people aged 100 or older has risen for fifty-six consecutive years.
    • The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare provided the centenarian data.
    • Japan's fertility rate hit a record low.

    What to watch next

    • Future government reports on fertility rate statistics
    • Updated demographic data from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
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  17. Japan Surpasses 100,000 Centenarians for First Time

    Japan has recorded more than 100,000 centenarians for the first time in history, according to government data announced by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The total reached 107,677 individuals aged 100 or older in September. This figure represents an increase of nearly 8,000 people compared to the previous period. The milestone marks the fifty-sixth consecutive year that the nation's count of centenarians has risen, underscoring significant demographic shifts across the country. Separate national data also shows that core consumer prices rose 1.7 percent in August.

    Why it matters

    The rising population of older adults highlights deep demographic and social shifts within Japan. This ongoing growth in the centenarian population has continued upward for over half a century. Concurrently, broader economic indicators show inflation trends stabilizing below two percent.

    What is confirmed

    • Japan reached a total of 107,677 people aged 100 or older in September.
    • The centenarian population increased by nearly 8,000 individuals compared to the previous period.
    • The upward trend in centenarians has continued for the fifty-sixth consecutive year.

    What to watch next

    • Future demographic reports from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
    • Annual updates on national aging statistics
    Sources used for this update (5)
    1. www.thejakartapost.com — World News: Today's Breaking News, Headlines, and Opinion
    2. www.tennessean.com — This country has over 100,000 people age 100 or older for first time
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    4. jen.jiji.com — Japan Core Consumer Prices Rise 1.7 Pct in Aug.
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  18. Japan Centenarian Population Tops 100,000 for First Time

    Japan has surpassed 100,000 centenarians for the first time on record, according to government data announced by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The total reached 107,677 people aged 100 or older in September, marking an increase of nearly 8,000 individuals compared to the previous period. This milestone extends an upward trend in the country for the fifty-sixth consecutive year, highlighting deep demographic shifts within the national population.

    Why it matters

    The rising count of residents aged 100 and older reflects a broader national trend of rapid aging and ongoing population decrease across Japan. Bloomberg reports that these demographic pressures are driving up welfare costs for the country. Government data continues to map these shifts as the proportion of elderly citizens expands.

    What is confirmed

    • More than 100,000 people in Japan are now 100 years of age or older.
    • The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announced that the number rose for the fifty-sixth consecutive year.
    • The total number of centenarians reached 107,677 in September.
    • The figure represents an increase of nearly 8,000 from the previous count.

    What to watch next

    • Further government reports detailing welfare cost increases tied to the aging population
    • Future demographic updates from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
    Sources used for this update (10)
    1. BBC — More than 100,000 people in Japan are now 100 years of age or older
    2. CNN — For the first time, Japan has more than 100,000 centenarians
    3. Bloomberg.com — Japan’s Centenarian Ranks Reach 100,000 as Welfare Costs Rise
    4. The Japan Times — Number of centenarians in Japan top 100,000 for first time
    5. Japan Wire by Kyodo News — Number of centenarians in Japan tops 100,000 for 1st time, up for 56th yr
    6. NBC News — Japan now has more than 100,000 people who are 100 or older
    7. The New York Times — Japan Reaches a Unique Milestone, With More Than 100,000 People Aged 100 or Over
    8. www.hngn.com — Japan’s Centenarian Population Tops 100,000 for First Time
    9. www.baltimoresun.com — Centenarians living in Japan exceed 100,000 for the first time
    10. www.myjoyonline.com — Japan records more than 100,000 centenarians for first time
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