Toshio Yodoi
Japanese sculptor (1911–2005)
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Toshio Yodoi (淀井 敏夫, Yodoi Toshio; February 15, 1911 – February 14, 2005) was a Japanese sculptor, and a pioneer of Japanese modern and contemporary arts. In 1994, he was officially recognized by the Japanese government as a "Person of Cultural Merit" and in 2001, the Order of Culture was conferred.[1]
BornFebruary 15, 1911
Asago, Hyōgo, Japan
DiedFebruary 14, 2005 (aged 93)
EducationTokyo University of the Arts
OccupationSculptor
Toshio Yodoi | |
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淀井 敏夫 | |
| Born | February 15, 1911 Asago, Hyōgo, Japan |
| Died | February 14, 2005 (aged 93) |
| Education | Tokyo University of the Arts |
| Occupation | Sculptor |
Early life
Toshio was born in 1911 in Asago in Hyōgo Prefecture. He was a 1933 graduate of the Tokyo School of Fine Arts.[1]
Honors
Emperor Akihito personally conferred the Order of Culture on sculptor Toshio Yodoi as Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi looked on. Only the highest-ranking awards, such as this rare honor, are bestowed personally by the emperor.[2]
- 2001 – Order of Culture.[3]
- 1994 – Person of Cultural Merit.[1]
