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| Atsushi Kato | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Atsushi Kato |
| Kanji | 加藤充志 |
| Born | (1974-08-14) August 14, 1974 (age 50) Tokyo, Japan |
| Residence | Tokyo, Japan |
| Teacher | Yasuro Kikuchi |
| Turned pro | 1990 |
| Rank | 9 dan |
| Affiliation | Nihon Ki-in |
Atsushi Kato (加藤 充志, Katō Atsushi, born August 14, 1974) is a professional Go player.
Biography
Kato became a professional in 1990, and in the same year was promoted to 2 dan. In 1996, he had already reached 6 dan, and became 9 dan in 2011. As an insei, he was taught by Yasuro Kikuchi. Kato has been part of the Kisei league consistently for the last few years.
Promotion record
| Rank | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 dan | 1990 | |
| 2 dan | 1990 | |
| 3 dan | 1991 | |
| 4 dan | 1992 | |
| 5 dan | 1994 | |
| 6 dan | 1996 | |
| 7 dan | 1998 | |
| 8 dan | 2001 | |
| 9 dan | 2011 |
References
- 加藤 充志 (in Japanese). Nihon Ki-in. Retrieved 29 December 2010.
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