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Shōichi Tanaka

1937 – 2025

Japanese politician

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About Shōichi Tanaka

Lived 1937 – 2025 (aged 87–88). Shōichi Tanaka was a Japanese politician.

Shōichi Tanaka ( Tanaka Shōichi; 1 January 1937 – 15 October 2025) was a Japanese politician. A member of the Liberal Democratic Party, he served in the House of Representatives from 1996 to 2000.

Tanaka died in Funabashi on 15 October 2025, at the age of 88.

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Important facts

Born
1937, Funabashi
Birth century
20th century
Died
15 October 2025
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Japan
Positions held
Member of the House of Representatives of Japan, Member of the Chiba Prefectural Assembly
Awards
Knight Commander of the Order of the Rising Sun
Also known as
Shoichi Tanaka, Shouichi Tanaka

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Shōichi Tanaka?

Japanese politician (1937-)

When was Shōichi Tanaka born?

Shōichi Tanaka was born in 1937 in Funabashi.

When did Shōichi Tanaka die?

Shōichi Tanaka died on 15 October 2025.

What was Shōichi Tanaka's occupation?

Shōichi Tanaka was a politician.

What nationality was Shōichi Tanaka?

Shōichi Tanaka was Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Shōichi Tanaka

· Wikidata: Q11575612

· DBpedia: Shōichi Tanaka

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