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Hiroshi Yoshikawa

b. 1951

Japanese economist

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About Hiroshi Yoshikawa

Born 1951. Hiroshi Yoshikawa is a Japanese economist.

is a Japanese economist and professor of Rissho University.

Yoshikawa was born in Tokyo.

He won the Nikkei Economic Book Award and the Suntory Award (1984), the Economist Award (1993) and the Yomiuri-Yoshino Sakuzo Award (2000).

Selected publications Books

Journal articles

Honours Medal with Purple Ribbon (2010) Person of Cultural Merit (2023)

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Important facts

Born
30 June 1951, Tokyo
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Economist
Nationality
Japan
Education
Yale University, University of Tokyo, Osaka University, Rissho University
Employers
University of Tokyo, University of Osaka
Awards
Medal with Purple Ribbon; The Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold and Silver Star

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Hiroshi Yoshikawa?

Japanese economist

When was Hiroshi Yoshikawa born?

Hiroshi Yoshikawa was born on 30 June 1951 in Tokyo.

What is Hiroshi Yoshikawa's occupation?

Hiroshi Yoshikawa is an economist.

What nationality is Hiroshi Yoshikawa?

Hiroshi Yoshikawa is Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hiroshi Yoshikawa

· Wikidata: Q5771151

· DBpedia: Hiroshi Yoshikawa

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