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Yamaoka Tesshū

samurai of the Bakumatsu period (1836–1888)

Yamaoka Tesshū was born on July 23, 1836 in Honjo, Japan and died on July 19, 1888, aged 51.

Born

July 23, 1836

Yamaoka Tesshū died aged 51.

Died: July 19, 1888

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Birthplace
Honjo, Japan
Professions
warrior, swordfighter, politician, samurai, calligrapher
Citizenship
Japan

More about Yamaoka Tesshū

Zodiac sign
Leo
Birth name
高歩
Pseudonyms
鉄太郎, 全生庵殿鉄舟高歩大居士
Height
188 cm

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Questions people ask

How old was Yamaoka Tesshū when they died?

Yamaoka Tesshū died aged 51.

When is Yamaoka Tesshū’s birthday?

Yamaoka Tesshū’s recorded birthday is July 23.

Where was Yamaoka Tesshū born?

Yamaoka Tesshū was born in Honjo, Japan.

How tall is Yamaoka Tesshū?

Yamaoka Tesshū’s recorded height is 188 cm.

What was Yamaoka Tesshū’s name at birth?

Yamaoka Tesshū’s recorded birth name is 高歩.

When did Yamaoka Tesshū die?

Yamaoka Tesshū died on July 19, 1888.