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Magokichi Yamaoka
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Magokichi Yamaoka

Japanese businessman (1888–1962)

Magokichi Yamaoka (山岡孫吉, Yamaoka Magokichi) March 22, 1888 – March 8, 1962) was a Japanese entrepreneur.2

From Wikipedia’s article on Magokichi Yamaoka (this version), CC BY-SA 4.0.

Born Mar 22, 1888, died Mar 8, 1962.1

About

Magokichi Yamaoka, who established the engineering firm Yanmar in 1912. Prior to World War II, he pursued studies in Munich and developed an interest in Rudolf Diesel, which led him to make frequent visits to Augsburg for research purposes. Following the war, upon returning to his company, he initiated the creation of the Memorial Grove in Wittelsbacher Park. In 1955, he received the prestigious Rudolf Diesel Medal. His efforts also resulted in the Japanese cities of Amagasaki and Nagahama, home to his company's production sites, being designated as official sister cities of Augsburg in 1959.

From Wikipedia’s article on Magokichi Yamaoka, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.2

Companies

Career

Occupation: businessperson, entrepreneur, engineer.4

Personal life

  • BornMar 22, 1888, Ika district5
  • CitizenshipEmpire of Japan, Japan6

Awards

  • Date not recordedCommander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany7

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