About Kōkichi Tsuburaya
Lived 1940 – 1968 (aged 27). Kōkichi Tsuburaya was a Japanese athletics competitor.
Death
Tsuburaya killed himself on January9, 1968. His body was found in the dormitory room where he was staying while training for the Mexico City Olympics. He was holding on to his bronze medal.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kōkichi Tsuburaya?
Japanese long-distance runner (track and field)(1940–1968)
When was Kōkichi Tsuburaya born?
Kōkichi Tsuburaya was born on 13 May 1940 in Sukagawa.
When did Kōkichi Tsuburaya die?
Kōkichi Tsuburaya died on 9 January 1968 in Asaka.
What was Kōkichi Tsuburaya's occupation?
Kōkichi Tsuburaya was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Kōkichi Tsuburaya?
Kōkichi Tsuburaya was Japanese.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Kōkichi Tsuburaya
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