Michiko Inukai facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Michiko Inukai
|
|
|---|---|
Michiko Inukai in Israel, 1959
|
|
| Born | 20 April 1921 Yotsuya, Tokyo |
| Died | 24 July 2017 (aged 96) |
| Occupation | Author |
| Period | 1958–2006 |
| Spouse | Jorge Arantes (m. 1992–95) Neil Murray (m. 2001–2017) |
| Relatives | Sadako Ogata |
Michiko Inukai (犬養 道子, Inukai Michiko, 20 April 1921 – 24 July 2017) was a Japanese author. She was also a Roman Catholic and a philanthropist. This means she was a kind person who helped others.
Michiko Inukai started the Michiko Inukai Foundation. This foundation gives money to refugees so they can go to school.
Contents
Who Was Michiko Inukai?
Michiko Inukai was born in Tokyo, Japan, on April 20, 1921. She lived a long life, passing away on July 24, 2017.
A Famous Grandfather
Michiko Inukai came from a well-known family. Her grandfather was Tsuyoshi Inukai. He was once the Prime Minister of Japan. The Prime Minister is the leader of a country's government.
Her Books and Writings
Michiko Inukai wrote many books during her life. Her very first book was called Ojosan Horoki. It was published in 1958.
She also wrote essays about the Bible and Christianity. These essays shared her thoughts on religious topics. One of her most popular books was Hanabana to Hoshiboshi to. This book was so popular that it was made into a TV drama in Japan in 1978.
Helping Others: Her Charity Work
Michiko Inukai was very dedicated to helping people in need. She started her charity work in 1979.
The Michiko Inukai Foundation
In 1983, she created the Michiko Inukai Foundation. The main goal of this foundation is to help refugees and internally displaced people. These are people who have had to leave their homes.
The foundation works with the Jesuit Refugee Service. Together, they provide important aid. This aid helps refugees get an education and find safety.
