So I’ve taken it upon myself to put together this list of Japanese historical fiction, including both translated works and books originally published in English, but all by authors of Japanese descent. (Mostly I just want to make sure we have a good selection of books to go to that can replace those books by white dudes who I won’t even mention by name who have questionable fixations on Japanese culture.) I’ve started with straight up novels, but have also included a whole section of historical manga, since historical stories are also very popular in that medium. I know I’ve mentioned feudal Japan as a popular time period, but these picks represent a variety of periods throughout the country’s history. For even more reading on the topic, check out this list that includes both fiction and nonfiction about the incarceration of Japanese Americans.
Japanese Mythology Books Must-Read Japanese Books in Translation Must-Read Japanese Books by Women in Translation
