SocietyJapan’s centenarian population surpasses 100,000 for the first time
Japan now has 107,677 people aged 100 or older, according to the health ministry, with women making up 88%. The milestone comes as the country’s population shrinks, fertility reaches record lows and pressure grows on the sustainability of its social security system.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-15 13:43Original
Japan’s centenarian population surpasses 100,000 for the first time
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