Kiyoura Keigo 1850 – 1942

Biography

Kiyoura Keigo was born on March 27, 1850, in Kutami, beginning a life that would span nearly a century of Japanese history. He devoted his career to public service as a politician, contributing to his nation during a period of significant transformation. His long life witnessed Japan’s modernization and evolution through the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

On November 5, 1942, at the age of ninety-two, Kiyoura Keigo passed away in Atami, leaving behind a legacy of service to his country. His remains were laid to rest at Sōji-ji Temple in Tsurumi, a sacred place that honored his memory and his place in Japanese society. This temple burial reflected the respect accorded to his life and contributions.

Though the specific details of his political career remain preserved in historical records, Kiyoura Keigo’s ninety-two years represent a generation of Japanese leaders who shaped their nation’s path. His life serves as a testament to dedication to public duty and to the enduring connections between individual lives and the broader sweep of national history.