Asayo Sato
- Full name: Asayo Sato [Japanese: 佐藤アサヨ]
- Lifespan: (22.09.1911 – 27.09.2024)
- Age: 113 years, 5 days
- Birthplace: Imari, Saga Prefecture, Japan
- Last residence: Imari, Saga Prefecture, Japan
- Application date: 03.10.2021
- Validation date: 28.05.2023
- Validation source: MHLW Japan/Yu Li
Biography
Asayo Sato was born in Imari City, Saga Prefecture, Japan on 22 September 1911. She relocated to Osaka at some point in her life, ran her own business until her marriage, and returned to her hometown of Imari with her family during World War II. Upon her return to Imari, she operated a yarn shop, knitting cardigans and other items based on customer orders. During and after the war, she was unable to indulge in her hobbies. However, as she aged, she began to find joy in activities such as traveling and dancing to folk songs.
On 22 September 2021, she celebrated her 110th birthday, becoming a supercentenarian.
In September 2023, she was reported as the oldest living person in Saga Prefecture.
Asayo Sato died in Imari, Saga Prefecture, Japan on 27 September 2024 at the age of 113 years, 5 days.
Longevity recognition
- Oldest living person in Saga Prefecture (?.?.2023 – 27.09.2024)
Validation
Her age was verified by MHLW Japan, and Yu Li, and validated by the Gerontology Research Group (GRG) on 28 May 2023.
