Chiyo Nonaka
- Full name: Chiyo Nonaka (Japanese: 野中チヨ)
- Lifespan: (27.09.1911 – 26.04.2024)
- Age: 112 years, 212 days
- Birthplace: Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
- Last residence: Hachioji, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
- Application date: 09.10.2021
- Validation date: 31.10.2023
- Validation source: MHLW Japan/Waclaw Jan Kroczek
Biography
Chiyo Nonaka was born in Japan on 27 September 1911. She loved exercise and ran marathons as a child. Her passion for sports continued into her old age, and she enjoyed watching track and field and sports in general.
In September 2021, she celebrated her 110th bithday becoming a supercentenarian.
She became the oldest living person in Tokyo Prefecture, following the death of 113-year-old Katsugo Tago on 1 December 2023.
Chiyo Nonaka died in Hachioji, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan on 26 April 2024 at the age of 112 years, 212 days. Following her death, then 111-year-old Akino Ueda became the oldest known living person in Tokyo Prefecture.
Longevity recognition
- Doyenne of Tokyo Prefecture (01.12.2023 – 26.04.2024)
Validation
Her age was verified by MHLW Japan and Waclaw Jan Kroczek, and validated by the Gerontology Research Group (GRG) on 31 October 2023.
Chiyo Nonaka, aged 108, in September 2020. (Keiro no hi)
Chiyo Nonaka, aged 110, in September 2022. (Keiro no hi)
Chiyo Nonaka, aged 111, in September 2023 (Keiro no hi)
Photo courtesy of Hachioji City.
