Ai Kawasaki was a validated Japanese supercentenarian known as the oldest living person in Tokyo at the time of her death.
Ai Kawasaki was born on 10 November 1880 in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
Around 1900, she graduated from Hiroshima Prefectural Normal School, which later became Hiroshima University.
At 22, she married and went on to have seven children. However, at the age of 55, she faced a major challenge when her husband passed away.
At 92, Kawasaki voluntarily moved into a nursing home, where she led an active life. She maintained her independence and was able to walk on her own until the age of 102.
Kawasaki loved singing, and even after losing her hearing, she looked forward to family visits. On good days, she enjoyed wheelchair outings with the help of a staff member. In her later years, she gained recognition for her longevity.
Ai Kawasaki passed away on 1 October 1991 in Hōya, Tokyo, Japan, at 110 years old.
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