A former journalist and university lecturer has passed away. He was 84 years old when he died from lower gastrointestinal bleeding on August 26. His funeral was a private affair, with family members in attendance.
The deceased made history in 1990 by becoming the first person from Japan to venture into space. News of his death was made public on a Tuesday.
Further details about his life and achievements are available from the original source, which reported on his passing and legacy.
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