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Tadamasa Kodaira

b. 1942

Japanese politician

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About Tadamasa Kodaira

Born 1942. Tadamasa Kodaira is a Japanese politician.

is a former Japanese politician of the Democratic Party of Japan, who served as a member of the House of Representatives in the Diet (national legislature).

Early life and education Kodaira is a native of Iwamizawa, Hokkaidō and graduated from Keio University in Tokyo. Prior to going into politics, he ran a ranch.

Political career Kodaira was elected to the House of Reoresentatives for the first time in 1990, and served until 2012. He represented the Hokkaido 4th constituency from 1990 to 1996, and the Hokkaido 10th from 1996 to 2012.

In the first cabinet reshuffle of Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda on 1 October 2012, Kodaira was appointed Chairman of the National Public Safety Commission, Minister of State for Consumer Affairs and Food Safety, taking over from Jin Matsubara.

Election history

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Important facts

Born
18 March 1942, Iwamizawa
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Japan
Education
Keio University, Hokkaido Sapporo Minami High School
Positions held
Member of the House of Representatives of Japan, Chairman of the National Public Safety Commission
Awards
Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Tadamasa Kodaira?

Japanese politician

When was Tadamasa Kodaira born?

Tadamasa Kodaira was born on 18 March 1942 in Iwamizawa.

What is Tadamasa Kodaira's occupation?

Tadamasa Kodaira is a politician.

What nationality is Tadamasa Kodaira?

Tadamasa Kodaira is Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tadamasa Kodaira

· Wikidata: Q2387080

· DBpedia: Tadamasa Kodaira

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