Gorō Itoi Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Gorō Itoi (January 17, 1921 - December 28, 1984) was a Japanese announcer and pioneering radio DJ. He was influential in the development of radio culture in Japan, particularly during the late-night radio shows. The day of his death is commemorated as 'Disc Jockey Day' in honor of his contributions to the field. With a strong passion for jazz music since childhood, he also trained as a journalist before becoming a prominent figure in radio broadcasting and hosting shows like 'All Night Nippon'.

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Meaning of the name - Goro

The name Goro can have different meanings depending on the kanji used to write it in Japanese. Some common meanings include "five", "five-colored", "brave", "strong", and "mountain child".

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January 17, 1921 Facts

Generation Group

Gorō Itoi belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Tokyo

Place of Death: Tokyo, Japan

Cause of Death: esophageal cancer

Educated At: 府立第三商業学校 (now 東京都立第三商業高等学校)

Occupation: announcer

Employers: 満洲電信電話株式会社, 日本放送協会 (NHK), 京都放送, ニッポン放送

Awards Received: 第11回日本放送作家協会賞 大衆芸能賞 | 第1回国際最優秀エア・パーソナリティ賞 | ニッポン放送ゴールデンマイク賞 大賞

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