Matsukata Masayoshi
Japanese politician (1835-1924) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Matsukata Masayoshi (松方 正義, 25 February 1835 – 2 July 1924) was a Japanese politician. He served twice as Prime Minister of Japan[1]
- In this Japanese name, the family name is Matsukata.
Early life
Matsukata was born into a samurai family in Kagoshima on the island of Kyushu.[2]
Career
Matsukata founded the Bank of Japan in 1882 (Meiji 15).[3]
Matsukata was the 4th Prime Minister of Japan from 6 May 1891 to 8 August 1892. He was also the 6th Prime Minister from 18 September 1896 to 12 January 1898.[1]
Matsukata was also a Privy Councilor[2] and Lord Keeper of the Privy Seal of Japan.[4]
Honors
- Order of St Michael and St George, Knight Grand Cross (GCMG), 1902.[5]
- Order of the Chrysanthemum, Grand Cordon, 1906
- Order of the Chrysanthemum, Collar, 1916
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