
Riki Sakaguchi
Riki Sakaguchi was a prominent Japanese politician who served as the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare from 2001 to 2003. He was known for his advocacy of healthcare reforms and his efforts to address social issues related to leprosy patients in Japan. Recently, he has been remembered and mourned by former plaintiffs in the Hansen's disease lawsuits, who credited him with providing hope and support during their struggles.
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Riki Sakaguchi, a former Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare, is remembered fondly by the plaintiffs of the Hansen's disease lawsuit.
「希望与えてくれた」 ハンセン病訴訟原告ら、坂口元厚労相を惜しむ:朝日新聞The Asahi Shimbun·
Japan· 2026-08-12



