World's oldest man celebrates his 114th birthday - and says he plans to live to 120
Jirouemon Kimura, from Japan, was born in 1897 He has 5 children, 14 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren... and 11 great-great grandchildren The world's oldest man celebrated his 114th birthday today with a traditional meal - and says he plans to live until he is 120. Japanese citizen Jirouemon Kimura had previously told local officials on his 113th birthday last year that his goal was to reach 120 and he has now confirmed 'that hasn't changed'. He made his claim as he enjoyed the celebratory breakfast surrounded by family at his home in Kyotango in the west of the country. Many happy returns: Jirouemon Kimura, the world's oldest man, is celebrating his 114th birthday today They ate grilled sea bream with steamed rice and red beans as well as miso soup - a meal typical of a special occasion in the country. He then fielded questions for 50 minutes, where he was described as alert and lucid. More... 'Never be afraid to die, because you are ...