伊藤與惣七
YOSOHICHI ITO
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Hakalau
Origin: Matsue Village, Kaisou County, Wakayama Prefecture
Birthdate: May 27, 1883
​Immigrated to Hawaii: February 7, 1909, age 26

​He arrived in Hawaii on February 7th, 1909. He has lived in Hakalau for 15 years, during which time he served the church and its school. From 1925 to 1932 he served as an inspector.  In June 1932 he was appointed as an advisor. In July of the same year he received higher teachings from grand priest Sakai as a representative of Bishop.