Shuntarō Tanikawa

Japanese poet and translator

Shuntarō Tanikawa - Japanese poet and translator
Born

1931
94 years ago

Died

November 13th, 2024
0 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Japan

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Born in 1931, a prominent figure in contemporary Japanese poetry, contributed significantly to literature through original works and translations. His poetry reflects a deep engagement with modern existential themes, often incorporating elements of daily life and the natural world. Notably, received the 1971 Takamura Koji Prize and the 1985 Yomiuri Literary Prize. Tanikawa's work has been translated into multiple languages, enabling a wider audience to appreciate his literary contributions.

Published seminal collections such as 'The Time of Melancholy'

Received the 1971 Takamura Koji Prize

Won the 1985 Yomiuri Literary Prize

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