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Isao Harimoto, A-bomb survivor and Japan baseball great known as ‘Hit Machine,’ dies at 86
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· September 10, 2026
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Key points Details about his death and life can be found through WETM, which reported on his passing at the age of 86. Isao Harimoto, a baseball great from Japan, has passed away at the age of 86.
Isao Harimoto, a baseball great from Japan, has passed away at the age of 86. He was also a survivor of the atomic bomb. Harimoto was known for his impressive skills on the field, earning him the nickname "Hit Machine".
Further information about his life and career is available from the source. Harimoto's legacy in Japanese baseball is notable, and his survival of the atomic bomb is a significant part of his story.
Details about his death and life can be found through WETM, which reported on his passing at the age of 86.
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