- Japanese sushi legend Jiro Ono recently celebrated his 100th birthday, continuing to work and stating he plans to keep going for about five more years.
- Ono was the world's oldest head chef to hold three Michelin stars for over a decade, with his acclaimed restaurant Sukiyabashi Jiro in Tokyo.
- He attributes his longevity and health to his commitment to work, famously stating, "I believe the best medicine is to work."
- His artistry has seen him serve global dignitaries, including Barack Obama, and he was the subject of the 2012 award-winning film "Jiro Dreams of Sushi."
- Despite his restaurant being dropped from the Michelin guide in 2020 due to its reservation policy, Ono remains devoted to his craft, aiming to live to 114.
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