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Shin'ichi Yokoyama

b. 1959

Japanese politician

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About Shin'ichi Yokoyama

Born 1959. Shin'ichi Yokoyama is a Japanese politician.

is a Japanese politician who is a member of the House of Councillors of Japan.

Career In 1990, he started work with the Hokkaido government in the Prefectural Fisheries Research Institutes. He was elected in 2010, 2016, and re-elected in 2022. In 2018, he was chairman of the judicial affairs committee and a photograph of his appearance speaking against a bill became a popular meme.

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Important facts

Born
21 July 1959, Obihiro
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Japan
Education
Hokkaido University
Positions held
Member of the House of Councillors, Member of the Hokkaido Prefectural Assembly, Senior Vice Minister of Finance
Also known as
Yokoyama Shin'ichi, Shinichi Yokoyama

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Shin'ichi Yokoyama?

Japanese politician

When was Shin'ichi Yokoyama born?

Shin'ichi Yokoyama was born on 21 July 1959 in Obihiro.

What is Shin'ichi Yokoyama's occupation?

Shin'ichi Yokoyama is a politician.

What nationality is Shin'ichi Yokoyama?

Shin'ichi Yokoyama is Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Shin'ichi Yokoyama

· Wikidata: Q11542504

· DBpedia: Shinichi Yokoyama

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