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Kunio Ishii

b. 1941

Japanese Go player

Go professional
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About Kunio Ishii

Born 1941. Kunio Ishii is a Japanese go professional.

is a professional Go player.

Biography Ishii became an insei in 1954, then a professional in 1956 under the guidance of his teacher Hokosawa Senjin. By 1978, he was at the highest rank of order, 9 dan. Although he competed in countless tournaments during his time, he was never able to win any. He is the teacher of Iyama Yuta.

Promotion record

Past runners-up Title Years Lost Defunct 1 Shin-Ei 1969

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Important facts

Born
20 October 1941, Fukuoka Prefecture
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Go professional
Nationality
Japan
Education
Kwansei Gakuin University
Also known as
Ishii Kunio

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Kunio Ishii?

Japanese Go player

When was Kunio Ishii born?

Kunio Ishii was born on 20 October 1941 in Fukuoka Prefecture.

What is Kunio Ishii's occupation?

Kunio Ishii is a go professional.

What nationality is Kunio Ishii?

Kunio Ishii is Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kunio Ishii

· Wikidata: Q6444736

· DBpedia: Kunio Ishii

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