Masayoshi Ōhira 1910 – 1980

Biography

Masayoshi Ōhira was born on March 12, 1910, in Wada, beginning a life that would lead him into public service and Japanese politics. Over the course of several decades, he dedicated himself to a career in government, working to shape policy and represent his constituents during a significant period in Japan’s modern history. His commitment to political life reflected the values and responsibilities he held dear throughout his years of public engagement.

On June 12, 1980, Ōhira’s life was cut short when he suffered a myocardial infarction while at Toranomon Hospital. His sudden passing marked the end of an era for those who had worked alongside him and knew his contributions to the nation’s governance. The loss was felt by colleagues and constituents alike who recognized his dedication to his work.

Masayoshi Ōhira was laid to rest at Tama Cemetery in Tamachō, Japan, where he remains remembered as a figure of his time. Though his years were finite, the mark he left through his political career continues to be part of Japan’s historical record, and those who knew him carried forward the memory of his service and character.