About Takeyoshi Tanuma
Lived 1929 – 2022 (aged 93). Takeyoshi Tanuma was a Japanese photographer and professor.
was a Japanese photographer.
In 2019, the Japanese government honoured him with the Order of Culture, making him the first photographer to receive the order.
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Who was Takeyoshi Tanuma?
Japanese photographer (1929 - 2022)
When was Takeyoshi Tanuma born?
Takeyoshi Tanuma was born on 18 February 1929 in Asakusa-ku.
When did Takeyoshi Tanuma die?
Takeyoshi Tanuma died on 1 June 2022 in Nakano.
What was Takeyoshi Tanuma's occupation?
Takeyoshi Tanuma was a photographer and professor.
What nationality was Takeyoshi Tanuma?
Takeyoshi Tanuma was Japanese.
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