Jun'ichirō Tanizaki

1886–1965

4 standalone books

Jun'ichirō Tanizaki (1886–1965) was a Japanese author recognized as one of the most significant figures in modern Japanese literature. His work explored a wide range of themes, including sexuality, erotic obsession, and the complexities of family life within the context of 20th-century social change. His stories often examined the tension between Western influences and traditional Japanese culture. In 1964, he was among six authors shortlisted for the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Born

1886