Giichi Nomura

Giichi Nomura (野村義一, October 20, 1914 – December 28, 2008) was an advocate and activist for the Ainu people of Japan.

Born in Shiraoi, Hokkaido, Nomura, of Ainu descent, became a career fisheries executive.

Nomura represented the organization in several positions, including executive director from 1964 to 1996.

[1] In 1992, Nomura spoke at the United Nations concerning Ainu issues including Japan's policy of forced assimilation.

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