Japan Society of Boston Book Club: Yukio Mishima's "Runaway Horses"

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT

Hosted online via Zoom

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Do you love Japanese literature? The JSB Book Club will be meeting to discuss Runaway Horses by Yukio Mishima. 

After reading Spring Snow by Yukio Mishima in our club, we are continuing with the second book of his iconic tetralogy, The Sea of Fertility series. A classic and complex Japanese author, readers may benefit from looking into the story of Mishima's life and the previous novel, since we have begun that discussion, but it is not necessary to sign up for this meeting. 

Runaway Horses continues the story of Shigekuni Honda and weaves a chronicle of conspiracy, telling a story about the roots and nature of Japanese fanaticism in the years that led to war. As always Mishima's works are deeply reflective of his own life, in this case, his passion for the age of samurai and emperor in Japan. 

Find a copy here. You are welcome to read any translation. 

The JSB Book Club meets on the last Wednesday of every other month to discuss great modern Japanese novels. The purpose of our club is to strengthen the Boston community of Japan enthusiasts by creating a space for thoughtful and sociable discussion.

The club is limited to Japan Society of Boston Members. Interested in joining but not yet a Member of the Japan Society of Boston? Consider becoming a Member today!