Noritsugu Hayakawa
| Noritsugu Hayakawa 早川徳次 | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born |
October 15, 1881 Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan |
| Died | November 29, 1942 (aged 61) |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Occupation | Businessman |
Noritsugu Hayakawa (早川徳次 Hayakawa Noritsugu, 1881–1942) was a Japanese businessman. He is renowned for funding the construction of Japan's first subway system, now known as the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, which opened in 1927.[1]
References
- ↑ Yasuo Wakuda. "Wartime Railways and Transport Policies". Japan Railway & Transport Review. Retrieved 2012-12-04.
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