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Name Origin

Toshio is a masculine Japanese given name. It is composed of two kanji: 'toshi' meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent' and 'o' meaning 'man' or 'hero'. Therefore, Toshio traditionally means 'wise hero' or 'intelligent man'.

japanesemasculinewiseintelligentherotraditional

Famous People

Toshio Hosokawa (1955-)

Composer

  • Known for his operas and orchestral works
  • His music blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with Western classical techniques

Toshio Suzuki (1948-)

Film Producer

  • Producer of Studio Ghibli films like Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro
  • Instrumental in shaping the studio's distinctive animation style

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