Maki Kaji, the man dubbed the “father of sudoku” for his role in popularizing the numerical brainteaser game loved by millions, has died of cancer. He was 69.
In a notice posted on Monday by Nikoli, his publisher in Japan, Kaji died at his home on August 10, and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
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