Ken Akamatsu
Japanese manga artist and politician
1968 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
Japanese manga artist and politician
Born
July 5, 1968
Age
~58 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
mangaka
JapanBorn in Nagoya
1968
Born in Nagoya (1968-07-05)
1993
AwardWeekly Shōnen Magazine award
2001
AwardKodansha Manga Award
2010
Positionchairperson
2022
Positionmember of the House of Councillors
Present
Age ~58
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ken Akamatsu?+
Ken Akamatsu is Japanese manga artist and politician. Born in 1968.
What does the name Ken mean?+
The name Ken means "A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.". It is of English origin.
When was Ken Akamatsu born?+
Ken Akamatsu was born on July 5, 1968.
Name Meaning
A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.
The name Ken is of English origin, meaning "A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Ken — July 5, 1968
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Ahau
Sun — enlightenment, ascension, mastery
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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Guestbook
History will judge, but I won't forget.
— a citizen
The decisions behind closed doors... the world only saw half of it.
— a former aide
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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