Besides being known for its mouthwatering food, unique packaging, and colorful and historical culture, Japan is one of the top countries in the world for having the longest life expectancy.
According to the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare, the average life expectancy in Japan in 2021 was 87.57 years for women and 81.47 years for men.
The number of centenarians in Kyotango-shi, Kyoto Prefecture, is over three times the national level.
The Kyotango-shi city government reported as of Sep 1, a total of 124 people aged 100 or above reside in the city. The number is expected to rise to 165 by the end of 2022.
In other words, there are about 237 centenarians per 100,000 inhabitants, which is 3.3 times the national ratio in Japan….