Seiko Hashimoto
Seiko Hashimoto is a prominent Japanese politician and former athlete who has served as a member of the House of Councillors. She is known for her extensive involvement in sports and was a member of the Japanese Olympic team for speed skating. Hashimoto has held various cabinet positions, including Minister for Gender Equality and Minister for Sports, and she played a significant role in organizing the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
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The JOC president Seiko Hashimoto was equally pleased with the partnership, saying it will help support the development and growth of sports in both countries.
NOC-K signs strategic MoU with Japanese Olympic Committee
Kenya· 2026-02-20
Seiko Hashimoto, a former Olympic speed skater and track cyclist, caused a stir when she named her sons Girishia and Torino.
Japan introduces rules to put outlandish baby names to bed
Taiwan· 2025-05-30Seiko Hashimoto, a former Olympic speed skater and track cyclist, caused a stir when she named her sons Girishia and Torino.
Japan introduces rules to put outlandish baby names to bed | Japan
United Kingdom· 2025-05-27Seiko Hashimoto's office stated that the non-prosecution decision is 'unjust'.
橋本聖子氏の事務担当者、不起訴処分は「不当」 検察審査会が議決 [政治資金問題]：朝日新聞
Japan· 2025-04-28Seiko Hashimoto's office staff was involved in a political funding scandal.
天皇陛下はサンマリノ執政と面会 28日からの皇室の予定：朝日新聞Japan· 2025-04-28
