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1958 in Japan

Explore 4 historical events and records for Japan in 1958.

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Historical records for Japan in 1958

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June

12 June 1958

Prime Minister of Japan

Kishi, Nobusuke · Prime Minister of Japan · Government / Liberal-Democratic Party Government

Appointed Prime Minister of Japan, 2nd term

Other events (month unknown)

1958

Enjo

Ichikawa, Kon · Arts / Cinema

Kon Ichikawa directs the anti-war drama Enjo

1958

Minister of Finance

Sato, Eisaku · Minister of Finance · Government / Liberal-Democratic Party Government

Appointed Minister of Finance

1958

The Hidden Fortress

Kurosawa, Akira · Arts / Cinema

Kurosawas The Hidden Fortress

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