Natsume Sōseki
Born in 1867
Fiction
Poetry
Natsume Sōseki , born Natsume Kinnosuke, is widely regarded as one of Japan's greatest modern writers.
His most famous works include Kokoro, Botchan, and I Am a Cat.
Sōseki was not only a novelist but also a scholar of British literature and a composer of various Japanese poetic forms.
His influence on Japanese literature has been profound, inspiring generations of writers.
From 1984 to 2004, Sōseki's portrait graced the 1000 yen note, cementing his status as a cultural icon.
His writing often explores the tension between traditional Japanese values and the rapid modernization of the Meiji era.
