Masayoshi Ohira

ModernPoliticianJapan1910 — 1980

Japanese prime minister who died in office.

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Quick Facts

Born

1910

Died

1980

Country

Japan

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)15

Political (20%)59

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)45

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)33

Total Score49.8

Masayoshi Ohira — Complete Timeline

1978 AD

Appointed Prime Minister of JapanPolitical Action◆ Major

Masayoshi Ohira became Prime Minister of Japan on December 7, 1978, succeeding Takeo Fukuda. His election followed a close LDP presidential race. Ohira's government focused on economic management and foreign policy, including strengthening ties with the United States.

Prime MinisterLDPJapan

Impact: national

1979 AD

Hosted the 5th G7 Summit in TokyoPolitical Action◆ Major

Ohira hosted the 5th G7 Summit in Tokyo from June 28-29, 1979. The summit addressed the global oil crisis, inflation, and energy policy. Ohira played a key role in coordinating Western responses to the second oil shock following the Iranian Revolution.

G7 SummitDiplomacyOil Crisis

Impact: global

1980 AD

Died in OfficeOther◆ Major

Ohira died of a heart attack on June 12, 1980, while in office as Prime Minister. His death occurred during a general election campaign, triggering a sympathy vote that led to a landslide victory for the LDP. He was the first Japanese prime minister to die in office since 1945.

Death in OfficeLDPJapan

Impact: nationaltragic