One of these Japanese concepts is Ikigai. It is about having a sense of purpose in life and a reason to get up in the morning.
According to Morten Scheibye-Knudsen from the Center for Healthy Aging at the University of Copenhagen, research suggests that this may be linked to a longer life, DR reports.
A major research project involving around 500,000 people from the United States, Europe and Asia found that people with a strong sense of purpose in life had up to a 30 percent lower risk of premature death, according to Berlingske.
Food and friends
Another Japanese principle is known as Hara hachi bu. The idea is to stop eating when you feel about 80 percent full.
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According to Scheibye-Knudsen, research on ageing provides strong evidence that eating less can affect how quickly the body ages.
On the island of Okinawa, there is also the concept of Moai. It refers to a group of friends who support one another throughout their lives. According to DR, several studies indicate a link between strong friendships and a long life.
The record has been broken
Japanese customs are receiving additional attention following new figures on the country's oldest citizens.
According to Japan's Ministry of Health, 107,677 Japanese people were aged 100 or older as of September 1. The government figures were reported by the AFP news agency.
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Around 90 percent are women. It is the first time Japan has had more than 100,000 centenarians. It also marks the 56th consecutive year in which the country has set a new record.
Scheibye-Knudsen also points to a high standard of living and a good healthcare system as possible explanations for the longevity of the Japanese population.
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