Korechika Anami

ModernGeneralJapan1887 — 1945

War minister who committed seppuku after the surrender.

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Quick Facts

Born

1887

Died

1945

Country

Japan

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)55

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)52

Legacy (20%)45

Leadership (15%)55

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score47.3

Korechika Anami — Complete Timeline

1945 AD

Appointed War MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Anami was appointed Minister of War in the cabinet of Prime Minister Kantaro Suzuki in April 1945. He held this position during the final months of World War II, advocating for continued resistance against the Allies.

World War IICabinetJapan

Impact: national

Committed SeppukuOther◆ Major

Following Emperor Hirohito's announcement of Japan's surrender on August 15, 1945, Anami committed seppuku (ritual suicide) at his residence. He left a death poem and expressed regret for his failure to achieve victory.

World War IISuicideSurrender

Impact: nationaltragic