From my father, I learned the importance of working sincerely at things to which I had committed myself, and to persevere untiringly even in the face of little progress.
Koichi TanakaThe thought grew strong in me that since I had gone to the trouble of being born, I might as well be useful in helping people live long and healthy lives. And this thought has always resided in the back of my mind.
Koichi TanakaMy natural mother died one month after I was born, apparently due to giving birth at an advanced age.
Koichi Tanaka