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The Tale of Kaho

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>>>This book is written in Korean.

About This Book

Haruki Murakami returns with his first novel in three years, The Tale of Kaho, arriving in Korean bookstores this October. Published in Japan in July 2026, the novel sold 300,000 copies within just four days and quickly climbed the bestseller lists at major bookstores, reaffirming Murakami’s enduring appeal.

Making headlines as Murakami’s first novel to feature a woman as its sole protagonist, The Tale of Kaho retains his signature blend of reality and the surreal while offering a fresh, captivating reading experience. Japanese readers have praised it as one of his most accessible, entertaining, and suspenseful works to date. For longtime fans, it offers a delightful new side of Murakami, while newcomers will find it an inviting introduction to his distinctive literary world.

In an interview following the Japanese release, Murakami described The Tale of Kaho as a story of growth and recovery, written with a renewed sense of purpose after a prolonged period of illness. The novel holds special personal significance for the author, who has transformed a difficult chapter in his life into a story of remarkable freshness and beauty. It stands as a testament to Murakami’s enduring creative vitality and his ability to continually reinvent himself.

More than a compelling work of fiction, The Tale of Kaho is also a reflection on the art of storytelling itself. Drawing on nearly five decades of dedication to his craft, Murakami explores what it means to create a story, what makes a story truly meaningful, and what role a writer should play in an age overflowing with narratives. This remarkable novel brings together his long-held questions and reflections on the enduring power of stories.

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