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Gichin Funakoshi
Japanese karateka (1868–1957)
Gichin Funakoshi was born on November 10, 1868 in Shuri, Japan and died on April 26, 1957, aged 88.
Born
November 10, 1868
Gichin Funakoshi died aged 88.
Died: April 26, 1957
- Birthplace
- Shuri, Japan
- Professions
- karateka
- Citizenship
- Japan, Ryukyu Kingdom, Empire of Japan
More about Gichin Funakoshi
- Zodiac sign
- Scorpio
Family
- Child
- Gigō Funakoshi
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Questions people ask
How old was Gichin Funakoshi when they died?
Gichin Funakoshi died aged 88.
When is Gichin Funakoshi’s birthday?
Gichin Funakoshi’s recorded birthday is November 10.
Where was Gichin Funakoshi born?
Gichin Funakoshi was born in Shuri, Japan.
When did Gichin Funakoshi die?
Gichin Funakoshi died on April 26, 1957.