Kazuyuki Kiyohei Tsukigawa (1874–1948) was a notable Japanese-born New Zealand mariner and salvation army officer. He was born in Konoura-mura, Uku, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan in 1874.[1] He was the captain of the steam boat paddle PS Clutha which plied on the Clutha River.

Notable descendants include, Sarah Tsukigawa who is a New Zealand former International cricketer.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Bradwell, C. R. "Kazuyuki Kiyohei Tsukigawa". Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Ministry for Culture and Heritage. Retrieved 21 January 2012.
  2. ↑ "Legacy of river captain marked". Otago Daily Times. Retrieved 13 April 2019.


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