In my last post, I mentioned that my video titled What Is the Longevity Bacteria Discovered in Japanese Centenarians? (The Kyotango Study Explained) had reached 36K views. I’m excited to share that it has now grown to 46K views and continues to gain traction.

The sequel to this video has also seen impressive engagement, nearing 10K views. This follow-up video delves into how to increase the abundance of longevity bacteria found in the senior citizens of the Kyotango region in Japan, which boasts three times more centenarians than the national average.

The key to their longevity appears to be butyrate-producing bacteria. According to the Kyotango Longevity Cohort Study, a high presence of these bacteria seems crucial for maintaining health into old age.

But what exactly are the benefits of butyrate-producing bacteria?

These bacteria act as probiotics and are essential for various biological functions, including balancing gut microbiota, maintaining the mucosal barrier, modulating the immune response, preventing infections, and regulating energy expenditure. Additionally, researchers found a correlation between the abundance of butyrate-producing bacteria in the guts of Kyotango residents and their muscle mass, with very few cases of sarcopenia among them.

Fortunately, you can increase the presence of butyrate-producing bacteria through diet. There are five types of foods that promote the growth of these beneficial bacteria in your gut.

For more details, please watch the video:

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Apologies for the long hiatus since my last blog post. I’ve been quite busy with my new schedule of uploading three videos a week, and I’m also deep into writing my new book.

I’m thrilled to share some exciting news: my video titled “What Is the Longevity Bacteria Discovered in Japanese Centenarians? (The Kyotango Study Explained)” has gone viral! I uploaded it last Monday night, and within a few days, it amassed over 10K views. Now, a week later, it has reached an incredible 36K views.

This is a new record for my channel, surpassing my previous most popular video, “How to Make Natto from a Wild Plant by Natto King,” which took two years to reach 23K views. To achieve this milestone in just one week is truly remarkable.

As a result, my channel has now grown to over 5,000 subscribers. I am beyond happy and excited. Thank you all so much for watching the video and subscribing to my channel.

The video delves into the Kyotango Longevity Cohort Study. Kyotango, located in the northern part of Kyoto Prefecture, is gaining attention as a longevity hotspot, boasting three times as many centenarians as the national average.

In response to this phenomenon, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine began conducting research in 2017, analyzing 2,000 factors from 1,000 people over the age of 65 in the region. This comprehensive study is set to continue until 2032.

In the video, I introduce some of the fascinating discoveries made so far. One particularly interesting finding is the presence of what researchers call “longevity bacteria,” which are abundant in the senior citizens of Kyotango.

If you haven’t seen it yet, you can watch the video here:

What Is the Longevity Bacteria Discovered in Japanese Centenarians? (The Kyotango Study Explained)

Around a year ago, Yusuke Narita, an assistant professor at Yale, ignited controversy by suggesting that mass suicide might resolve Japan’s aging population crisis. While he later clarified his statement, emphasizing the need to make space for younger generations, his initial comment triggered concern among seniors and gained support among the youth, who feel overwhelmed by escalating healthcare expenses and the continued dominance of the elderly in positions of authority.

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This scenario raises questions about whether the younger generation would be receptive to lifespan extension initiatives. Narita’s comments didn’t directly reference lifespan extension; they were rooted in the current dynamics of an aging society.

However, it’s plausible to assume that younger individuals feeling the strain of the current situation may not readily embrace the prospect of people living even longer than they do now.

David Sinclair addresses this very issue in his book, “Lifespan,” highlighting it as one of the common objections raised against extending human lifespans.

How should we approach this concern?

I delve into this topic in detail in the following video:

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Recently, someone asked for my opinion on Bryan Johnson and his biohacking method, Blueprint. Initially unfamiliar with him, I delved into various videos, including some by Bryan himself, to understand his approach.

For those not acquainted with Bryan Johnson, here’s a brief insight: He’s distinct from Liver King, often a source of confusion. Bryan Johnson, a vegan, is an entrepreneur investing two million a year in biohacking. He diligently monitors every metric, from blood markers to bone density and cholesterol levels, all under his method, Blueprint. This approach stands as one of the most comprehensive and intense biohacking methodologies, verging on transhumanism. Bryan relentlessly pursues perfection, seeking the ideal paths for exercise, diet, sleep, and supplementation. He consumes around 100 different types of supplement pills daily.

Residing in Los Angeles, Bryan ensures minimal exposure to outdoor pollutants, maintaining superior indoor air quality through specialized air-conditioning. His home gym is adorned with forest-themed imagery to simulate a natural workout environment.

While I’m still learning about him, here are my thoughts based on my observations.

Initially, I wondered if altering human biology might contradict some divine blueprint, if such a thing exists. Could this lifestyle be considered blasphemy?

Yet, I also pondered whether this could signify liberation from a proverbial Matrix. Perhaps, for the first time, we’re understanding and breaking free from limitations once beyond our control. The idea of our helplessness might be a form of mind control by this hypothetical ‘Matrix’.

For more insights, check out the video:

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I hope your week of dedicated biohacking has been rewarding.

With the Hare period upon us, do you have any exciting plans for the upcoming weekend?

Here in Japan, it’s a long weekend because Monday is Sports Day.

Autumn is the season of sports, and we recently had a sports festival at my son’s school. This Sunday, there’s another sports festival in our neighborhood, and my son and I are participating in a relay race. I did my sprint practice after my zone 2 jogging yesterday morning. Today, I’m focusing on upper body strength HIIT while resting my legs for tomorrow’s race.

Today, I’m making natto, too. I typically make a batch at the beginning of the week, but the last batch lasted longer.

Speaking of natto, have you ever wondered if it’s suitable for people over 60 to eat it every day? Our metabolism changes as we age, and what’s good for younger individuals might not be ideal for us.

That’s the topic of today’s video:

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As we wrap up the captivating series “Live to 120: Secrets of the Modern-Day Japanese Blue Zones,” we reach the grand finale with this last video.

Throughout this series, we’ve embarked on a remarkable journey, exploring the various facets of modern-day Japanese blue zones. We’ve discovered how Okinawa, once celebrated as a longevity haven, no longer holds that title, while Shiga and Nagano have emerged as new champions. We’ve drawn intriguing parallels between these new Japanese blue zones and Singapore, a novel addition known as Blue Zone 2.0, introduced by Dan Buettner.

Our exploration has uncovered that traditional Japanese lifestyles, often romanticized for promoting longevity, don’t always live up to this image. Instead, it’s the future centenarians, the Shizenha, who are reshaping the Japanese countryside and paving the way for a new model of future blue zones, complete with the modern Moai concept.

We’ve questioned the effectiveness of so-called blue zone exercises, such as moving naturally, and proposed enhancements through the infusion of Japanese Natural Health principles. Moreover, Japanese Natural Health has left an indelible mark on the diet of Japanese blue zones by introducing monastic elements, further enriching their longevity practices.

We have also uncovered the enigma: the perplexing omission of the Natto Belt from the Japanese blue zones.

Today, in our final video, we’ll unveil the true secrets of the modern-day Japanese blue zones. What conclusions can we draw from this remarkable series? What insights will you take away? Are the secrets of the modern-day Japanese blue zones distinct from those found in global blue zones and the traditional Japanese blue zones of yesteryears?

Join us for this concluding chapter, where the secrets are laid bare, and a deeper understanding awaits.

Let’s embark on this final journey together and uncover the wisdom of the modern-day Japanese blue zones.

Stay tuned, and let’s unravel the mysteries!

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Have you heard of the Natto Belt? This region is where natto consumption is prevalent, extending from Tohoku to North Kanto. Prefectures like Akita, Iwate, Fukushima, and Ibaraki are famous for their natto consumption. However, interestingly, many of these places are near the bottom of the average life expectancy rankings by prefecture. You know the ranking I’ve previously shared in my other video, where Shiga took the lead.

So, why is it that these natto-consuming regions aren’t forming Japanese Blue Zones? I explore this enigma in today’s video.

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Usually, when we discuss the Blue Zone diet, it doesn’t include fasting, with some exceptions like Ikaria, Greece. It’s the same in Okinawa, where centenarians generally don’t practice fasting unless they lead a monastic life. In most Japanese countryside areas, residents lead a lay life and don’t practice fasting. However, in modern-day Japanese Blue Zones, some residents have incorporated the monastic practice of fasting into their lifestyles, influenced by Japanese natural health.

Modern-day Japanese Blue Zones encompass four elements: Shiga, Nagano, Shizenha, and Japanese natural health. One notable aspect of the modern-day Japanese Blue Zones diet is fasting, as periodic prolonged fasting is emphasized in Japanese natural health.

That is another aspect that the Japanese natural health brings to the table of blue zone lifestyles.

The other aspect is the one I shared in the last video.

Stretching and rolling your joints, which are not covered in the natural movement of blue zone lifestyles.

Some of you might have a blue zone-like a whole food diet, yet don’t practice fasting.

I was one of you for a long time.

Is it good enough for health and longevity?

Do we need to practice fasting if we are already on a good diet?

If you want to know the answer, please watch today’s video.

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Today marks the Autumn Equinox. But I am not going to visit a power spot or anywhere this time.

My son has a sports festival at his school today, and I’m looking forward to cheering him on.

Furthermore, in October, we’ll have our local sports festival, where both my son and I will participate in a relay race. It seems like autumn is a season of sports.

There’s a remarkable individual in my community who frequently takes part in running events during local festivals. He’s impressively fast, an avid mountain hiker, and always busy with household chores. He even takes the initiative to weed the neighborhood streets.

His constant movement reminds me of centenarians in the blue zones – naturally active and full of life.

Do you engage in activities like gardening, walking, cycling for transportation, fixing things around the house, or chopping firewood? These natural movements, often associated with centenarians in blue zones, have their unique health benefits.

What’s your take on these “blue zone exercises” for health and longevity? Do you find them effective, or do you lean more towards modern workouts like jogging, strength training, or HIIT?

Today’s video delves into this topic. I encourage you to watch it:

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