Japan’s population of people aged 100 and older has surpassed 100,000 for the first time, highlighting the country’s remarkable longevity alongside its worsening demographic challenges.
According to Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, the number of centenarians reached 107,677 in September, an increase of nearly 8,000 from the previous year. The figure has risen for 56 consecutive years. Women account for 88% of the total.
However, the demographic trend is creating economic pressures. Japan’s overall population of about 123 million continues to decline as birth rates reach record lows, shrinking the workforce and increasing demand for elderly care.
The country has expanded labor immigration but recently tightened visa requirements amid growing anti-foreigner sentiment.
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The number of centenarians in Japan reached 107,677 this year, up 7,914 from last year and topping the 100,000 mark for the first time, the health ministry has announced. https://t.co/LIps5qC05F pic.twitter.com/vSflncpnCf
— The Japan Times (@japantimes) September 15, 2026
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