Magosaburō Ōhara (大原 孫三郎, Ōhara Magosaburō, July 28, 1880 - January 18, 1943) was a Japanese businessman and philanthropist. He was born in Kurashiki, Okayama.[1] He studied at Waseda University but left Waseda before graduation.[1] Later he became the most influential person in Kansai business community.[1]

Magosaburō Ōhara

Founded

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He founded Ōhara Art Museum,[2] and the Kuraray chemical company.[3][4]

Origins

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He was a native of Kurashiki, Okayama.

Honours

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e Magosaburō Ōhara / Kotobank
  2. ^ "Kurashiki Museums: Ohara Museum of Art". JapanVisitor.com. Retrieved September 19, 2014.
  3. ^ "Kuraray's History: 1926-1950s". Kuraray. Archived from the original on February 21, 2015. Retrieved September 19, 2014.
  4. ^ "Kuraray's Excellent Point of Origin". Kuraray. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved September 19, 2014.

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