Rin Kono
Japanese Go player
About Rin Kono
Born 1981. Rin Kono is a Japanese go professional.
is a Japanese professional Go player.
Biography Rin Kono grew up as one of Koichi Kobayashi's students. He became a professional when he was 15 in 1996. He was promoted to 8 dan after beating Keigo Yamashita to win the Tengen in 2005. He was promoted to 9 dan after defending his Tengen title, once more against Yamashita.
Promotion Record
Titles and runners-up DomesticTitle Wins Runners-up Meijin 1 (2014) Tengen 3 (2005–2007) 1 (2008) Agon Cup 1 (2016) 1 (2014) Ryusei 1 (2008) 1 (2013) NEC Cup 2 (2008, 2010) Total 6 4
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Who is Rin Kono?
Japanese Go player
When was Rin Kono born?
Rin Kono was born on 7 January 1981 in Nishitōkyō-shi.
What is Rin Kono's occupation?
Rin Kono is a go professional.
What nationality is Rin Kono?
Rin Kono is Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rin Kono. https://biography.guide/rin-kono/
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