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Ihara Saikaku

(1642–1693) Poet Japan

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Ihara Saikaku was a poet from Japan, best known for Kōshoku goninʾonna.

Quick Facts About Ihara Saikaku

Born
January 1, 1642
Died
September 9, 1693
Nationality
Japan
Profession
Poet
Notable works
Kōshoku goninʾonna
Known for
ukiyozōshi, The Life of an Amorous Woman, The Great Mirror of Male Love, The Life of an Amorous Man, The Eternal Storehouse of Japan

About Ihara Saikaku

Ihara Saikaku was a Japanese poet and creator of the "floating world" genre of Japanese prose (ukiyo-zōshi).

Biography source: Wikipedia

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