Namiko
novel by Tokutomi
Also known as: “Hototogisu”
Quick Summary
The novel Namiko, also known by its Japanese title Hototogisu (1898), is a melodramatic story by Japanese novelist Tokutomi Roka. It centers on tragic parental interference in a young marriage. The novel's success allowed Tokutomi to pursue his own literary career, distinct from his brother's publications.1
Namiko was translated into English and is a notable work by Tokutomi Roka, who also wrote other works like Shizen to jinsei and Omoide no ki.1
Summary created from Britannica articles
using AI.
AI can make mistakes, so verify using Britannica articles.
5 Britannica Sources
Ask Britannica AI about this topic
Britannica doesn't have a full article on this topic, so we've curated a list of our relevant coverage.
