FAQ About Yukio Mishima

Yukio Mishima was a prominent Japanese author, poet, playwright, actor, and film director. One of the most important post-war writers in Japan, Mishima is known for his rich and complex prose dealing with themes such as death, sexuality, and the individual versus society. His life and work were marked by radical expressions of nationalism and a highly publicized act of seppuku (ritual suicide) following a failed coup attempt.