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Name Origin

Katsumasa is a Japanese masculine given name. It's composed of two kanji: ' Katsu ' meaning 'to win' or 'victory' and ' Masa ' meaning 'truth', 'genuineness' or 'foundation'. Therefore, Katsumasa can be interpreted as 'victorious truth', 'true victory' or 'foundational victory'.

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Famous People

Katsumasa Katō (1869-1942)

Military officer, Politician

  • Served as Governor-General of Taiwan (1935-1940)
  • Helped establish the Japanese Empire's colonial rule in Taiwan
  • Known for his strict and authoritarian governance