About Hikozō Itō
Lived 1904 – 2004 (aged 100). Hikozō Itō was a Japanese painter.
was a Japanese painter and illustrator.
Early life Itō Hikozō was born in 1904 in the city of Ōita. He was allegedly a descendant of the famous medieval swordsman Itō Ittōsai.
It was dedicated with the following statement: .
The portrait was presented to Araki Sadao, acting Minister of the Army .
After the war Because he had produced artwork extolling legendary Imperial history and the samurai spirit, as well as hosting an , Itō was arrested by the American occupation authorities after the surrender of Japan and charged with political war crimes.
Suffering from senile infirmity, he died in 2004.
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Who was Hikozō Itō?
Japanese painter (1904-2004)
When was Hikozō Itō born?
Hikozō Itō was born on 17 February 1904 in Ōita-shi.
When did Hikozō Itō die?
Hikozō Itō died on 9 September 2004.
What was Hikozō Itō's occupation?
Hikozō Itō was a painter.
What nationality was Hikozō Itō?
Hikozō Itō was Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hikozō Itō. https://biography.guide/hikozo-ito/
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