Nagamichi Kuroda 1889 – 1978

Biography

Nagamichi Kuroda was born on November 24, 1889, in Akasaka-ku, during a transformative period in Japanese history. He devoted his life to the scientific study of wildlife, establishing himself as a respected ornithologist and mammalogist whose work contributed to the understanding of Japan’s natural world. His career spanned nearly a century, reflecting a deep commitment to zoological research and observation.

Throughout his professional life, Kuroda conducted careful studies of birds and mammals, disciplines that were developing rapidly in Japan during the early twentieth century. His expertise and dedication earned him recognition within Japan’s scientific community as knowledge about the country’s diverse fauna grew and became increasingly systematized.

Kuroda lived a long and productive life, remaining active in his fields of study well into his later years. He passed away on April 16, 1978, in Akasaka at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of naturalistic observation and scientific contribution. He was laid to rest at Aoyama Cemetery in Minami-Aoyama, Japan, a final resting place befitting a scholar whose life’s work enriched understanding of the natural world.