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Japanese writer Ryu Murakami, author of In Miso Soup, died

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Japanese author Ryu Murakami, a cult figure at 74, died on October 17, 2026, following an announced death. Despite sharing the surname Murakami, he has no connection to Haruki Murakami. The article confirms his death date and age but does not provide details on his life, works, or family.

Key points

• Ryu Murakami died at age 74 on October 17, 2026.
• He is a cult author with no connection to Haruki Murakami.

Context

This article reports the death of a Japanese literary figure, noting his age and death date. It clarifies that while he shares the surname Murakami, he is not related to the famous author Haruki Murakami.

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The evidence is limited to the article's announcement of his death and his age. No biographical details, works, or family information are provided.

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