Matsukata Masayoshi

was a Japanese politician. He served twice as Prime Minister of Japan
Early life.
Matsukata was born into a "samurai" family in Kagoshima on the island of Kyushu.
Career.
Matsukata founded the Bank of Japan in 1882 ("Meiji 15").
Matsukata was the 4th Prime Minister of Japan from 6 May 1891 to 8 August 1892. He was also the 6th Prime Minister from 18 September 1896 to 12 January 1898.
Matsukata was also a Privy Councilor and Lord Keeper of the Privy Seal of Japan.