Recognition for Japanese Centenarians

In Japan, "Respect for the Aged Day" is observed in September every year. The Prime Minister of Japan presents a certificate and a commemorative gift to each centenarian, honoring his or her long years of service to the community. Centenarians who live abroad but still hold Japanese citizenship also qualifies to be honored in this annual event.

If you are eligible or you know someone who is eligible and resides in our jurisdiction, please call or send e-mail to our office to provide the necessary information by Thursday, May 15, 2025.

1. Any Japanese or former Japanese national who was born between April 1, 1925 and March 31, 1926.
2. Any Japanese or former Japanese national who was born before March 31, 1926 and has not yet been honored.

1. Centenarian’s Japanese name in kanji and katakana characters
2. Sex
3. Date of birth
4. Registered domicile in Japan
5. Present address
6. Contact's name, email, fax number and telephone number

1. Telephone number : 415-780-6000  Ext. 6092
2. E-mail: sashou@sr.mofa.go.jp
3. Telephone Inquiry: Monday to Friday except holidays, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed from noon to 1:00 p.m.