Medical pioneer
He isolated adrenaline in 1901, a world-changing breakthrough.
Jokichi Takamine
Welcome to Jokichi Takamine's websiteBy Takabio
Entrepreneur · Pioneer · Innovator · CreatorFrom his discoveries, sometimes as prodigious as adrenaline, to his work to promote friendship between the USA and Japan, Jokichi Takamine has been and shall continue to be a source of inspiration to a great many entrepreneurs worldwide.
A bridge between nations
He strengthened scientific and industrial ties between Japan and the United States.
Visionary entrepreneur
He founded innovative companies to improve health worldwide.
Humanist
He devoted his life to people, research and mutual understanding.
A legacy ahead of its timeHis legacy
More than a century after his discoveries and achievements, Dr. Takamine’s vision continues to inspire innovation, collaboration, and the pursuit of a better future.
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An illustrated life
Dr. Takamine's life in Manga
Three illustrated episodes make the discoveries, encounters and challenges of his life accessible to every generation.
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