A Japanese bestselling writer, he is known for works such as Kafka on the Shore, Norwegian Wood, and The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle. His work spanned the genres of magical realism and surrealism.
He studied drama at Waseda University. Before working full-time as a writer, he opened a Tokyo coffeehouse and jazz bar called Peter Cat.
His first novel, Hear the Wind Sing, was made into a film in 1981.
He was born in Kyoto, Japan. He met his future wife, Yoko, at Waseda University.
He translated works by F. Scott Fitzgerald into Japanese.
Haruki Murakami Age
How old is Haruki Murakami? He was born in 1949, he is 74 years old.
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Haruki Murakami Wiki
| Famous as | Novelist |
|---|---|
| Age | 74 years old |
| Birthday | January 12, 1949 |
| Birthplace | Kyoto, Japan |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
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Quotes by Haruki Murakami
Some people think literature is high culture and that it should only have a small readership. I don’t think so… I have to compete with popular culture, including TV, magazines, movies and video games.
— Haruki Murakami
I try not to think about anything special while running. As a matter of fact, I usually run with my mind empty. However, when I run empty-minded, something naturally and abruptly crawls in sometime. That might become an idea that can help me with my writing.
— Haruki Murakami
I have always liked running, so it wasn’t particularly difficult to make it a habit. All you need is a pair of running shoes and you can do it anywhere. It does not require anybody to do it with, and so I found the sport perfectly fits me as a person who tends to be independent and individualistic.
— Haruki Murakami
It is hard to be an individual in Japan.
— Haruki Murakami
In my younger days, I was trying to write sophisticated prose and fantastic stories.
— Haruki Murakami