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Japan's Centenarian Population Tops 100,000 for First Time

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The number of centenarians in Japan has reached a record high of 107,677, marking the first time the country has exceeded 100,000 people aged 100 or older. This milestone highlights Japan's remarkable longevity but also raises concerns about the mounting costs of caring for its rapidly aging population.

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    BREAKING NEWS: Number of centenarians in Japan tops 100,000 for 1st ti...

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    JUST IN: Japan now has more than 100,000 people aged 100 or older for...

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    Number of centenarians in Japan tops 100,000 for 1st time, up for 56th...

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