by Stefan Maglov | Dec 21, 2025 | Death Reports, News
Sumiko Mori, the third-oldest living person in Japan, passed away today in Ise, Mie Prefecture, at the age of 113 years, 325 days. According to her family, earlier today she ate lunch as usual and spoke with them about the approaching New Year, expressing her...
by Yumi (優美) Yamamoto | Sep 1, 2025 | News, Popular
Respect for the Aged Day in Japan Every year on the third Monday of September, Japan celebrates Respect for the Aged Day (敬老の日, Keirō no Hi in Japanese), a national holiday dedicated to honoring the elderly, celebrating their longevity, and recognizing their...