Demographics 14 Oct 2026

Japan Now Has 107,677 People Aged 100+

Japan has more than 100,000 people aged 100 or over for the first time, about 704 times the 153 counted in 1963.

As of 1 September 2026 Japan had 107,677 people aged 100 or over, up 7,914 on a year earlier and the first time the count has passed 100,000. When records began in 1963 the count was 153. Roughly 87.6% of today's centenarians are women.

• 107,677 people aged 100+ (1 Sep 2026)
• +7,914 vs a year earlier
• 153 in 1963, when records began
• 87.6% are women (94,298)

704× is 107,677 divided by 153 (703.8). Figures reported via news coverage of the ministry release.