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

Japan breaks record with over 100K people who are at least 100 years old — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-breaks-record-with-over-100k-people-who-are-at-least-100-years-oldContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Japan Surpasses 100,000 Centenarians for First Timehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-breaks-record-with-over-100k-people-who-are-at-least-100-years-oldhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-breaks-record-with-over-100k-people-who-are-at-least-100-years-old#u75265Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:01:01 +0000Japan has reached a longevity milestone with more than 100,000 citizens aged 100 or older. This is the first time the country has exceeded this threshold. Multiple reports confirm the record, describing the event as a unique milestone for the nation. The increase reflects a continuing trend in Japanese longevity and population aging.Why it mattersA high number of centenarians creates specific demands for healthcare and social support systems. This demographic shift affects labor markets and pension sustainability. Japan has long been recognized for having one of the oldest populations globally