Toshiko is a beautiful and feminine Japanese given name, primarily associated with girls. It carries a deep and rich meaning, symbolizing qualities such as alertness, benefit, and longevity. The name Toshiko has its origins in Japan and can be written in various forms, including kanji, hiragana, and katakana. Some of the kanji forms for Toshiko include "agile/clever, child," "genius, child," "graceful/polite, child," and "longevity, child," among others. Notable individuals bearing this name include Japanese politician Toshiko Abe, renowned jazz musician Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Olympic gymnast Toshiko Taira. Additionally, Toshiko has also been featured as a character in popular culture, such as in the Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories video game and the television series Torchwood. Toshiko is a name that reflects resilience, wisdom, and enduring value.
Toshiko Higashikuni, also known as Princess Yasu, was born on May 11, 1896, in Japan, as the daughter of Emperor Meiji and Lady Sachiko. She married Prince Naruhiko Higashikuni on May 18, 1915. The couple had four sons, and Toshiko held the childhood appellation "Yasu no miya" (Princess Yasu). In October 1947, during the Allied occupation of Japan, the Higashikuni and other branches of the Imperial Family were divested of their titles and privileges and became commoners. Toshiko passed away on March 5, 1978, at the age of 81, and was the last surviving child of Emperor Meiji. Toshiko's lineage can be traced back to Emperor Meiji, and her descendants have made significant contributions to Japanese history.
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