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Enkichi Ōki

1871 – 1926

Japanese politician

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About Enkichi Ōki

Lived 1871 – 1926 (aged 54). Enkichi Ōki was a Japanese politician.

Count was a Japanese statesman in the Taishō period.

Biography Ōki was born in Tokyo. His father, Ōki Takatō was one of the leaders in the Meiji Restoration, and served in numerous cabinet posts in the early Meiji government. In 1899, Enkichi succeeded to his father’s title of count (hakushaku) under the kazoku peerage system. His political career began in 1908, when he was elected to the House of Peers. He initially supported the Kenkyūkai, but soon switched his allegiance to the Rikken Seiyūkai. He was appointed Justice Minister under the cabinet of Prime Minister Hara, a post which he also held under the succeeding Takahashi administration. In 1923, he cooperated with Home Minister Tokonami Takejirō to introduce tightened anti-subversive legislature in response to increasing leftist agitation in the labor disputes, and the public emergence of the Japan Communist Party. Ōki was subsequently Railroad Minister under the Katō and Kiyoura administrations.

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Important facts

Birth century
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Positions held
Minister of Justice, Member of the House of Peers
Awards
Order of the Sacred Treasure, 1st Class

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Enkichi Ōki?

Japanese politician

When was Enkichi Ōki born?

Enkichi Ōki was born on 19 September 1871 in Tokyo.

When did Enkichi Ōki die?

Enkichi Ōki died on 14 February 1926 in Kamigyō-ku.

What was Enkichi Ōki's occupation?

Enkichi Ōki was a politician.

What nationality was Enkichi Ōki?

Enkichi Ōki was Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Enkichi Ōki

· Wikidata: Q5379035

· DBpedia: Enkichi Ōki

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