Key points from article :
The Japanese top the global table for life expectancy: on average, they can expect to live for 83.7 years.
The secret could be in their diet as it is lean and balanced, consisting mainly of fish, seafood, whole grains, vegetables and tofu.
The other factor is The Japanese healthcare system, which is considered one of the world’s best. Moreover, the government pay at least 70pc of the cost of procedures.
Some studies suggest their longevity may simply be down to having good genes.
