Tomiko Itooka, the world’s oldest verified person, has died at the age of 116 in Japan. Born on May 23, 1908, in Osaka, she gained the title in September 2023 as the last living person over 116 years old after celebrating her birthday in a nursing home. Known for her love of walking, she climbed several mountains, attributing her longevity to an active lifestyle. Her passing leaves the title of oldest living person to 116-year-old Brazilian Ina Canabarro Lucas.