Belaaz · Sep 15, 2026
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🇯🇵 Japan’s Elderly Population Surpasses 100,000 Over 100 as Birth Rates Continue to Decline
- Japan’s centenarian population has surpassed 100,000 for the first time, reaching 107,677 people, according to the health ministry. Women comprise 88% of the total. While improved healthcare, diet and active lifestyles contribute to longevity, Japan faces a growing demographic challenge as birth rates decline, the population shrinks and the proportion of elderly residents continues to rise.
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