Obituaries

The JSAA notes the passing of the following colleagues with deep regret:

Richard Mason (1934-2009)

JSAA members may not be aware that Richard Mason died on Saturday 27 June. He is survived by his wife Rose, children Katharine, Philip and Bridget, and their families. Richard studied at Cambridge University, then obtained his PhD from the Australian National University, where he lectured on Japanese history for more than 30 years in the Faculty of Asian Studies. His publications include "Japan's first general election", and "A history of Japan" which he wrote with Dr John Caiger. Richard will be remembered fondly by his colleagues, students and other friends.