First-time milestone: 108,000 Japanese centenarians
The Japanese Ministry of Health announced that the number of centenarians in Japan has exceeded 107,677 people for the first time as of early September 2026, with the vast majority being women at 90%. This is attributed to the rising aging population and a decline in the birth rate, which has reached its lowest historical level, reflecting a demographic crisis affecting the country's workforce, social costs, and taxation. This record level has persisted for the 56th consecutive year, highlighting challenges that will impact Japan's economic future.
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