Kikue Katayama

Kikuye Katayama (born 1894 (Meiji 27) – July 14, 1985 (Showa 60)) was a notable figure in Japanese political history. She was from Aichi Prefecture and is known as the wife of Tetsu Katayama, the 46th Prime Minister of Japan (Prime Minister's wife).

Information regarding her birth and family background begins with her birth in 1894 in Aichi Prefecture. She was the eldest daughter of Tokutarō Shimizu of Aichi Prefecture. Educationally, she graduated from Okazaki Girls' High School (now Aichi Prefectural Okazaki North High School).

In her private life, she married Tetsu Katayama in 1913 (Taisho 2). Together, they had five children—two sons and three daughters.

Regarding her public activities and diplomatic relations, records indicate that in December 1977 (Showa 52), she attended a meeting with then-Prime Minister Takeo Fukuda, carrying a letter urging the conclusion of the Japan-China Peace and Friendship Treaty. Furthermore, in 1980 (Showa 55), she was invited as a bereaved family member of those who contributed to Japan-China friendship when Chinese Chairman Hua Guofeng visited Japan.

Concerning her death, she passed away on July 14, 1985 (Showa 60) at the National Tokyo Second Hospital (currently the National Hospital Organization Tokyo Medical Center) in Meguro, Tokyo, due to acute leukemia. She was 90 years old at the time of her death.

The above information chiefly outlines her life, including her personal and public activities, her name, place of birth, educational background, family relations, diplomatic activities, and details surrounding her passing.