Based on the provided reference, the oldest person alive in 2024, as of November 9th, is Tomiko Itooka.
According to the List of oldest living people on Wikipedia, updated as of November 9, 2024, Tomiko Itooka is the oldest verified living person. This list ranks individuals by age based on documentation.
Here is a summary of the top individuals from the reference, along with their age as of the reference date:
| Rank | Name | Age as of 9 November 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tomiko Itooka | 116 years, 170 days |
| 2 | Inah Canabarro Lucas | 116 years, 154 days |
| 3 | Ethel Caterham | 115 years, 80 days |
| 4 | Okagi Hayashi | 115 years, 68 days |
As you can see from the table derived directly from the reference, Tomiko Itooka holds the top position. Her age of 116 years and 170 days on November 9, 2024, makes her the oldest verified person listed in the provided information for the year 2024.
It's important to note that this information is current as of the specific date mentioned in the reference (November 9, 2024) and is subject to change.
