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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.
