Kōichi Kido
Japanese politician, Lord Keeper of the Privy Seal
Born
July 18th, 1889
136 years ago
Died
April 6th, 1977
48 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Served as the 13th Lord Keeper of the Privy Seal of Japan from 1945 until 1946. Engaged in significant political activities during Japan's post-war period. Participated in the drafting of the Japanese Constitution, which was enacted in 1947. Held various administrative roles within the government, influencing policies that shaped modern Japan.
Served as the 13th Lord Keeper of the Privy Seal
Involved in the drafting of the Japanese Constitution
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