The Science of Japanese Longevity
Independent research and reporting on why Japan's populations live longer — diet, fermentation, wellness practices, and the regions where it all comes together.
Editorial coverage of research and traditional practice. Not medical advice — see our medical disclaimer.
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Regional Profiles Okinawa, Kyotango, Nagano — the science behind Japan's longevity hotspots Japanese Diet Miso, dashi, fermented grains — the evidence behind longevity foods Fermentation Koji, amazake, natto — Japan's living-food tradition and gut science Supplements NMN, astaxanthin, chlorella — what the research actually shows Wellness Travel Onsen, shojin ryori, forest therapy — healing places in Japan Habits & Practices Hara hachi bu, ikigai, inemuri — daily disciplines with longevity data
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Advanced Glycation End Products and Aging: Japanese Cooking Methods, Vascular Research, and What Anti-Glycation Supplements Show
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Shiga Prefecture's #1 Male Longevity: Lake Biwa, Shijimi Clams, and a Freshwater Food Culture
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Fisetin Senolytics in 2026: Clinical Trial Updates, Japanese Strawberry Research, and What the Evidence Says Now
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Japanese Katazuke and KonMari: What Clutter Research Shows About Cortisol, Stress, and Healthy Aging
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Kochi Prefecture Longevity: Anserine, Imidazole Dipeptides, and the Niyodo River
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Moai and the Science of Community Investment: How Okinawa's Social Structure Maps to Longevity Research
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