"Ring" Author Passes Away, Sadako Posts Tribute to "Great Father"
Koji Suzuki, author of the classic Japanese horror novel "Ring," passed away at 68. His iconic character Sadako posted a tribute on X, mourning her "great father." Kadokawa Bunko also expressed condolences, highlighting his significant contributions to horror literature.
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(Central News Agency reporter Dai Yazhen, Tokyo, 10th exclusive report) Koji Suzuki (real name Koji Suzuki), author of the classic Japanese horror novel "Ring," passed away at a hospital in Tokyo on the 8th at the age of 68. His character "Sadako" posted a tribute on her official X account, mourning the passing of her "great father."
Sadako's post on X stated: "...My great father, always full of energy and amazing power. This feels so unreal and unbelievable, I still can't process my feelings. Now, I can only hold onto the wonderful works my father left behind and sincerely pray for his peaceful repose. Thank you very much."
Kadokawa Bunko Editorial Department also posted a tribute on its official X account, stating that author Koji Suzuki passed away on May 8th at the age of 68. Our company has published the "Ring" series, as well as many other works such as "Dark Water," "Edge," and "Ubiquitous." The sudden news of his passing is deeply saddening and regrettable. We sincerely thank him for his many years of contributions and pray for his peaceful rest.
Koji Suzuki debuted in 1990 with "Paradise," which won the 2nd Japan Fantasy Novel Award for Excellence. The following year, he released the horror novel "Ring," which quickly became a sensation with its setting of a "cursed videotape" where viewers die seven days after watching it, establishing itself as a milestone in Japanese horror literature.
In 1998, "Ring" was adapted into a film directed by Hideo Nakata, starring Nanako Matsushima and Hiroyuki Sanada. The iconic scene of "Sadako" crawling out of a television set became a famous moment in film history, not only sparking a craze in Japan but also driving the "J-Horror" phenomenon across Asia and the globe in the late 1990s.
In 2002, Hollywood also released a remake, making Sadako one of the most representative "horror film heroines." (Editor: Tian Ruihua) 1150510
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(Central News Agency reporter Dai Yazhen, Tokyo, 10th exclusive report) Koji Suzuki (real name Koji Suzuki), author of the classic Japanese horror novel "Ring," passed away at a hospital in Tokyo on the 8th at the age of 68. His character "Sadako" posted a tribute on her official X account, mourning the passing of her "great father."
Sadako's post on X stated: "...My great father, always full of energy and amazing power. This feels so unreal and unbelievable, I still can't process my feelings. Now, I can only hold onto the wonderful works my father left behind and sincerely pray for his peaceful repose. Thank you very much."
Kadokawa Bunko Editorial Department also posted a tribute on its official X account, stating that author Koji Suzuki passed away on May 8th at the age of 68. Our company has published the "Ring" series, as well as many other works such as "Dark Water," "Edge," and "Ubiquitous." The sudden news of his passing is deeply saddening and regrettable. We sincerely thank him for his many years of contributions and pray for his peaceful rest.
Koji Suzuki debuted in 1990 with "Paradise," which won the 2nd Japan Fantasy Novel Award for Excellence. The following year, he released the horror novel "Ring," which quickly became a sensation with its setting of a "cursed videotape" where viewers die seven days after watching it, establishing itself as a milestone in Japanese horror literature.
In 1998, "Ring" was adapted into a film directed by Hideo Nakata, starring Nanako Matsushima and Hiroyuki Sanada. The iconic scene of "Sadako" crawling out of a television set became a famous moment in film history, not only sparking a craze in Japan but also driving the "J-Horror" phenomenon across Asia and the globe in the late 1990s.
In 2002, Hollywood also released a remake, making Sadako one of the most representative "horror film heroines." (Editor: Tian Ruihua) 1150510
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