Eat to 80% Full... Live to 80 Years Old
Average life expectancy in Okinawa, Japan is 80 for men and 87 for women.
Once known as the land of immortals, the islands on the southern end of Japan have long been known for longevity.
Okinawa, Japan is one of only 5 Blue Zones in the world, which signify places in the world whose lifestyle lengthens life.
And one of the driving philosophies behind their long life is a concept called Hara Hachi Bu, which advises you to stop eating once you're 80% full.
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Japan Facts:
- A 2020 census, conducted by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, found that Okinawan men live to an average age of 80.27 and women reached 87.44 (Forbes)
- In 1980, Okinawa had the highest worldwide life expectancy for men and women, with men expected to reach at least 84 and women going on until the age of 90 (DW)
- The average Okinawan consumes 70% less sugar than the average Japanese person. A traditional Okinawan diet consists of around 90% whole-plant foods. (Guide to Japan)
- Okinawa is one of the 5 Blue Zones in the world, which signify places whose lifestyle extends life (Blue Zones)
💡 What's Behind the Declining Life Expectancy in Okinawa? (DW)
