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Tomiko Itooka, Japan's Oldest Person, Passes Away at Age 116

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Tomiko Itooka, Japan's Oldest Person, Passes Away at Age 116

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  • Tomiko Itooka, believed to be the oldest person in the world, has died at the age of 116 in a nursing home in Ashiya, Japan.
  • The mayor of Ashiya confirmed her passing, stating she died peacefully due to complications related to old age.
  • Born on May 23, 1908, Itooka witnessed Japan’s transformation, from a rising imperial power to a peaceful democracy.
  • She was recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest living person following the death of Maria Branyas Morera of Spain.
  • Itooka is survived by one daughter, one son, and several grandchildren, and was known for her love of hiking and healthy habits.

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