Dazai Osamu

Yukio MishimaYukio Mishima and Japanese Literature

List of 15 recommended works of Yukio Mishima and commentaries - Interesting works of Yukio Mishima, one of Japan's most famous writers, and his epic life.

This article will introduce recommended works and commentaries by Yukio Mishima.

It was my blessing to have met the extraordinary giant that is Yukio Mishima.

Mishima literature may seem obscure, but if you start with a solid introduction, you will be able to enjoy its charms more than enough. It is truly the black magic of Mishima literature. I highly recommend this author.
Akutagawa RyunosukeYukio Mishima and Japanese Literature

Ryunosuke Akutagawa's 5 recommended works - If you want to taste a masterpiece medium and short story with excellent sharpness, Akutagawa is the right choice! Recommended for both beginning and expert readers!

Yukio Mishima and Osamu Dazai are truly two extremes. While Yukio Mishima and Osamu Dazai are the two extremes, Ryunosuke Akutagawa is a middle-of-the-road artist with a moderate and good style.

The "middle-of-the-road, moderately good" style of writing is only in comparison with Mishima and Dazai. Its sharpness is outstanding.

I recommend this collection of works at the highest level as an introduction to reading. Of course, even the experts will be surprised at the depth of these works.
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Ryunosuke Akutagawa's "Rashomon: The Nose" Synopsis and Thoughts - I want to read it now that I am an adult! A masterpiece that captures that decisive moment of progression to evil!

Well - even so, Akutagawa's short story technique is brilliant! An eerie presence appears in the darkness of the night after ascending Rashomon. Even as an adult, I still find myself engrossed in the story, wondering what is out there. It's almost like a cinematic technique, and the sense of realism is incredible.

In this work, Akutagawa decisively captures the moment when a man embarks on a path of evil. The last part of the work, in which the subtle psychological state of this man is exquisitely captured, is a masterpiece.

Rashomon" is harsh. It shows us the harsh, harsh world as much as possible. It leads us to the very point of what it means to embark on the path of evil. It is truly a wonderful work.

This article will also discuss the connection between Ryunosuke Akutagawa and Russian literature, particularly Gogol.
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Osamu Dazai's "Ningen Shikkaku" Synopsis and Thoughts - Did Dostoevsky Write Crime and Punishment as Synonyms? Thoughts on Dazai's Last Question

Like "Shayo" introduced in the previous article, "Ningen Shikkaku" also had a strong impact on readers. Dazai's writings have a unique magic power to make each reader think, "This is me! Dazai's writing has a unique magic power to make each reader think, "This is me! Young people who sympathized with the naïve nature of the protagonist became fascinated with Dazai's literature. The term "Shayozoku" was coined to describe these young people.

Among Dazai's works, "Ningen Shikkaku" is one of the most magically powerful works.

And for me personally, the connection between Dostoevsky and "The Human Disqualification" was very interesting.

This is because in the second half of the film, a discussion of Dostoevsky was inserted, in which "Crime and Punishment" was discussed.
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Osamu Dazai's "Shayo" Synopsis and Impressions - The Aesthetics of Ruin. A masterpiece that gave birth to the Shayo clan. The work that determined Yukio Mishima's dislike of Dazai.

Shayo" is Osamu Dazai's masterpiece, and has become such a social phenomenon that the term "Shayozoku" was coined to describe young people who are fascinated by his works.

As the book "Bungo Navi: Osamu Dazai" says, "'Shayo' depicts the postwar downfall of people who were wealthy before the war, but there is a palpable sense of emotion at the sight of their beautiful demise.

In the commentary at the end of the book, it was also pointed out that the story is closely related to "The Cherry Orchard" by the great Russian writer Chekhov, and this is precisely the case. In particular, the story of Kazuko, one of the main characters, and her mother is filled with the sorrow of a fallen aristocrat.

However, for me, this novel was very interesting to read not so much because it is Dazai's masterpiece or because of his relationship with Chekhov, but because of his association with Yukio Mishima. In this article, I will discuss that relationship with Mishima.
Run, Meros!Yukio Mishima and Japanese Literature

Osamu Dazai's "Running Meros" Synopsis and Impressions - Reading this textbook classic as an adult..!

Running Meros" is indeed a cheerful work. However, when I think of Dazai's later life, I feel sadness at the brightness of the work. Because the idealistic worldview of "Run, Melos" is so beautiful, I feel that Dazai's downfall is foreseen in it.

Maybe this is the kind of thing that we feel more as we grow older and learn more about the many things in life. You will feel what this bright masterpiece throws at you after knowing the sour and sweet sides of life. This is truly a luxurious reading experience. Perhaps it is because you are an adult that you can enjoy "Running Meros.
Run, Meros!Yukio Mishima and Japanese Literature

Osamu Dazai's "Running-in Suit" Synopsis and Impressions - A Dazai-style adaptation of Judas' betrayal! The ultimate in human weakness, cunning, and teasing!

This story is called "I say. I say. Sir. That man is terrible. He is terrible." The story begins with the very "run-in complaint". Who is suing what? That is exactly what happened in the famous biblical story of Judas selling Jesus Christ.

Judas' betrayal is also a motif in Leonardo da Vinci's famous painting, The Last Supper. At the Last Supper, Jesus predicts that "one of the twelve apostles will betray me," which is depicted in this painting as a scene of great panic.

The traitor is Judas, and this work, "Rush-in Suit," is Dazai's depiction of how Judas committed treachery.

How could he write such a thing? What the hell is going on with Dazai? I can't help but think, "How in the world is Dazai able to write like this? It is an amazing work.
Run, Meros!Yukio Mishima and Japanese Literature

Osamu Dazai's "One Hundred Views of Mt. Fuji" Synopsis and Impressions - A famous short story famous for the famous quote "Fuji is well suited for moonflowers".

This film beautifully depicts a man trying to rise from ruin and the beautiful Mt.

I had never heard of this work until I picked up this book, but I think it was a very good first encounter with Dazai's work. I could vividly feel the difference between Dazai's and Mishima's writing styles.

It is also very easy to read, with only about 30 pages.

As an introduction to Dazai, this work may be an apt one.

This is a good short story that I would highly recommend.