Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has long been regarded as one of Malaysia’s most influential leaders.
Even after stepping down as Prime Minister, his legacy continues to resonate around the world, including in Japan.
Recently, his name appeared on news screens inside trains in Japan, and the moment quickly went viral on TikTok.
The screens displayed an update about Mahathir’s health, showing how closely the Japanese still follow his life.
The report stated that Mahathir, who celebrated his 100th birthday on July 10, was admitted to the hospital on July 13 after showing signs of fatigue.
This came after he joined a cycling activity during the Picnic & Potluck programme at Tasik Putrajaya, which was held in conjunction with his birthday celebration and his wife Tun Dr Siti Hasmah’s 99th birthday on July 12.
The Japanese news headline read:
“Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir, who turned 100 on July 10, admitted to hospital on the 13th due to fatigue following a series of celebratory events.”
@afiaimar Berita tentang Tun Mahathir dikongsi dalam Metro Osaka Subway 13 July 2025. Google translate “On the 10th, former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who had reached 100, was hospitalized on the 13th, according to : an aide. He said he was suffering from fatigue-like symptoms due to a series of farming events.”
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The segment was aired on Metro Osaka Subway on July 13 and was captured by commuters, who later shared it online.
