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Akiko Yazawa

b. 1980

Japanese backgammon player

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About Akiko Yazawa

Born 1980.

(née Abe, born 1980) is a professional backgammon player from Tokyo. She became World Backgammon champion in 2014 and 2018. Akiko is ranked 3rd on Giants of Backgammon in 2015, becoming the first female Backgammon Giant.

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Important facts

Born
19 November 1980
Birth century
20th century
Education
Meiji Gakuin University

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Akiko Yazawa?

Japanese backgammon player

When was Akiko Yazawa born?

Akiko Yazawa was born on 19 November 1980.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Akiko Yazawa

· Wikidata: Q18459150

· DBpedia: Akiko Yazawa

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