Akira Yoshizawa
Japanese origamist, credited with elevating origami from a craft to a recognized art form.
Biographical Overview & Key Facts
- Subject:
- Akira Yoshizawa
- Role / Field:
- Japanese origamist, credited with elevating origami from a craft to a recognized art form.
- Born:
- 1911-03-14
- Died:
- 2005-03-14
- Century / Era:
- 1911s Historical Era
- Database Source:
- 2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0
Origins & Early Journey
Innovation & Iconic Era
Legacy & Impact
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Frequently Asked Questions about Akira Yoshizawa
Who was Akira Yoshizawa and what are their primary contributions?
Japanese origamist, credited with elevating origami from a craft to a recognized art form. Origins & Early Journey:
When was Akira Yoshizawa born and during which historical era did they live?
Akira Yoshizawa was born on 1911-03-14 and passed away on 2005-03-14. For complete historical world events during this era, explore the 1911 Chrono-Archive.
Where can I read more verified chronological archives on Akira Yoshizawa?
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Source: Wikipedia