Oldest man on earth has few basic secrets behind his long life

A 112-year-old man from Japan has bagged Guinness title of Oldest Person Living (male), becoming the oldest person currently on earth.

Masazo Nonaka was presented with a certificate for the iconic record at his hometown of Hokkaido by Guinness World Records Japan Vice-President Erika Ogawa.

Nonaka's family revealed a surprising secret to Masazo's longevity. The family shared that Masazo has a sweet tooth and loves indulging in hot baths, Daily Mail reported.

Nonaka was born on July 25,1905 and has seven brothers and one sister who live near him. He was awarded the title after the previous holder, Francisco Nunez Olivera from Spain, passed away back in February at the age of 113.