Popular actor Hira dies at 82

Popular actor Mikijiro Hira is seen giving an interview in this file photo taken October 1998 after receiving the Medal with Purple Ribbon award from the government. Hira died on Oct. 23, 2016, at 82. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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