was a long-distance runner from Japan, who won the 1956 edition of the Fukuoka Marathon, clocking 2:25:15 on December 9, 1956. He represented his native country at the 1952 Summer Olympics, finishing in 26th place (2:38:11) and won the 1953 Boston Marathon. He retired on July 18, 2009. He was born in Odate, Akita.
International competitions 1952Olympic GamesHelsinki, Finland26thMarathon2:38:11.21953Boston Marathon Boston, United States 1stMarathon2:18:511956Fukuoka Marathon Fukuoka, Japan 1stMarathon2:25:15
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