Background
Naokichi was born in 1875, in Ogaki, Mino Province, Japan.
Naokichi was born in 1875, in Ogaki, Mino Province, Japan.
After briefly attending Daigaku Nanko (predecessor of Tokyo University) was sent to America for further studies in 1875.
Upon return was appointed professor at Tokyo University where he lectured on chemistry in 1891. Was also well versed in literature and fine arts.