How Haruki Murakami Became a Global Literary Sensation
Murakami's 'Underground' explores trauma and identity, highlighting the importance of narrative in connecting with others after a collective tragedy.
Haruki Murakami Has Lost the Sauce
Haruki Murakami exemplifies a contemporary global novel style characterized by simplification and lengthening narratives shaped by globalization.
The New Book From One of the World's Greatest Writers Revisits an Early Masterpiece-and Improves It
Murakami masterfully revisits his themes, with 'The City and Its Uncertain Walls' showcasing his growth through various retellings.
Review: Haruki Murakami stage adaptation has visual whimsy, textual weirdness
The staging of 'The Strange Library' uses innovative design to create a dreamlike experience, reflecting the surreal qualities of Murakami's writing.
It was 'great relief' for Haruki Murakami to finish his latest novel
Haruki Murakami revisits and rewrites a decades-old novella with 'The City and its Uncertain Walls,' blending past themes with contemporary reflections.
Haruki Murakami on Rethinking Early Work
Haruki Murakami's latest novel revisits themes and ideas from his early works, exploring the blurry lines between reality and imagination.
Ryusuke Hamaguchi on How Douglas Sirk Influenced 'Evil Does Not Exist': 'You Love and Hate the Characters at the Same Time'
Ryusuke Hamaguchi's unexpected global success with 'Drive My Car' led to his film 'Evil Does Not Exist' as a response to acclaim.
Former Iranian prisoner to run London Marathon
Anoosheh Ashoori was imprisoned in Iran for nearly five years before being released in 2022.
Mr. Ashoori found solace in running with inspiration from a Haruki Murakami book.
Japan's best-selling living novelist: Haruki Murakami at 75 DW 01/11/2024
Haruki Murakami's novels are known for their quirky characters, love, loss, and a lot of emphasis on sex.
Murakami's international recognition came after a media scandal in Germany, where a debate on a TV talk show led to his novel becoming an overnight bestseller.