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Masa Nakayama

Japanese politician, first female cabinet minister (1891-1976) · Japan · On the map · Politicians · Died at 85

Masa Nakayama was a Japanese politician and educator who was the first woman appointed to the Cabinet of Japan when she became Minister of Health and Welfare in 1960.

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Order of the Sacred Treasure, 1st Class

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Country
Japan
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1891 to 1976 · aged 85