The world's oldest man has died in Japan at the age of 112.

Sakari Momoi was recognized as the oldest man alive in August of 2014 and said that healthy eating and lots of rest contributed to a very long life.

Momoi was a former school teacher, who spent his retirement years practicing calligraphy and taking part in recreational activities at the nursing facility where he lived.

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