BIOGRAPHY

Kiyotaka Mizuno was born in Iwata, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, on 14 March 1914. In his youth, he reportedly served as a guard for the Emperor and served on the continent during World War II, narrowly escaping death before returning to Iwata.

After the war, Mizuno worked as a farmer, producing crops such as taro and white onions, continuing his agricultural work until the age of 85. Even at the age of 110, he lives at home with his son and his family, requiring minimal care and maintaining his physical abilities. His daily routine includes waking up at 6:30 a.m. and sitting in a chair to watch television.

Just before turning 109, Mizuno lost his eyesight in both eyes. Although his vision is gone and his hearing diminished, he enjoys watching sports broadcasts, such as sumo and marathons, using headphones.

Mizuno used to enjoy drinking alcohol but gave it up at the age of 95 for health reasons. He maintains a healthy appetite and eats three meals a day, focusing on seasonal ingredients, keeping his portions moderate at about 70% of his capacity.

RECOGNITION

Following the death of Kentaro Muramatsu of Yaizu City on 23 November 2021, Mizuno became the oldest living man in Shizuoka Prefecture.

His age was verified by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare (MHLW), as well as Ryohei Asano and Yumi Yamamoto, and validated by LongeviQuest on 11 July 2024.

ATTRIBUTION

* “水野さん（磐田）108歳に 県内男性最高齢 市が茶寿お祝い” – Shizuoka Shimbun, 19 March 2022

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