Japan has one of the highest life expectancies in the world. But in a rapidly ageing population, there's real societal pressure on people to keep fit and retain the ability to look after themselves. So it makes sense that a growing number of seniors are buying gym memberships.

In Japan, which is home to a notoriously aged population, the idea of being 'elderly' doesn’t resonate with many seniors. With older folks arguably more lively than younger generations, seniors aren’t ready to be relegated to the sidelines as soon as they hit 65.

Asia is notoriously home to some of the most active and beauty-conscious elderly people in the world; from Japanese retirees climbing Mount Everest to millions of Chinese seniors dancing in city squares. What can be learnt from fusing tradition and health to reach Asia's 'bright old things'?

More than 25% of the Japanese population is over the age of 65. With a low birthrate and increasing life expectancy, that figure is only set to increase. Japan is renowned for its respectful and traditionally regimented attitudes towards seniors, but what does it really mean to be ageing now, in the world’s oldest population?