“The Tale of Genji,” often called Japan’s first novel, was written 1,000 years ago. Yet it still occupies a powerful place in ...

"The Tale of Genji" is a constant source of inspiration for culture in Kyoto. 18:26 Kaji Hiroko arranges for matcha and traditional confections to be served at the study sessions she hosts.

While Kokiden is also featured in “The Pillow Book,” it is perhaps best known as the living place of Kokiden no Nyogo, the antagonist in “The Tale of Genji” who harbors a grudge against ...

The Tale of Genji, written a thousand years ago, is debated to be the first novel ever written because of its grand scope and influence. What is most surprising about The Tale of Genji is not the ...

"Genji Monogatari" focuses on the love and hate relationships surrounding Genji Hakaru. Lady Fujitsubo is Genji's first love. Ryokuzono Miyasutokoro is obsessed with Genji and eventually becomes a ...

Rana Mitter rereads The Tale of Genji - sometimes called the world's first novel - as the Bradford Literature Festival hears from modern translator Professor Dennis Washburn. Show more Rana Mitter ...

Jakucho Setouchi, a Buddhist nun and one of Japan's best-known authors known for novels depicting passionate women and her translation of “The Tale of Genji,” a 1,000-year-old classic ...

Keene was born in New York in 1922. He first became interested in Japanese culture when he found an English translation of "Genji Monogatari," or "The Tale of Genji," at a bookstore in the city.