Akio Morita

The story, in brief.

Akio Morita was a Japanese entrepreneur and co-founder of Sony along with Masaru Ibuka.

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A life in milestones.

Selected records from Wikidata. Ages are approximate; “c.” marks uncertain dates. This is a starting point for exploration, not a complete life history.

1. 1921
   Life

   Born in Nagoya

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2. 1982~ age 61
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   Albert Medal

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3. 1987~ age 66
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   Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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4. 1990~ age 69
   Recognition

   Grand Cross of the Order of Civil Merit

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5. 1991~ age 70
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   Order of the Sacred Treasure, 1st Class

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6. 1992~ age 71
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   Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire

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7. 1994~ age 73
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   IEEE Founders Medal

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8. 1996~ age 75
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   Saint George's Cross

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9. 1998~ age 77
   Recognition

   Commander of the Legion of Honour

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10. 1999~ age 78
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    Order of the Rising Sun, 1st class

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11. 1999~ age 78
    Life

    Death

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