Koji Suzuki was born on May 13, 1957, in Hamamatsu, Japan. He graduated from the Department of French Literature at Keio University. While his wife worked as a high school teacher, Suzuki stayed home to raise their two daughters. Outside of writing, he enjoys yacht sailing, motorcycling, and combat sports.
His novel Ring, published in 1991, tells the story of a cursed videotape that kills anyone who watches it within seven days. The book became a bestseller in Japan and spawned a franchise that includes the sequels Spiral (1995) and Loop (1998), the Japanese film Ringu (1998), and the American remake The Ring (2002). In 2013, Suzuki became the first Japanese author to win the Shirley Jackson Award. Despite his reputation as a horror writer, Suzuki has said he is not personally a fan of the genre.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books has Koji Suzuki written?
Koji Suzuki has written over a dozen novels and short story collections. His most famous works are the Ring trilogy (Ring, Spiral, and Loop), along with standalone novels like Dark Water and Edge.
What was Koji Suzuki's first book?
Koji Suzuki’s first major novel was Ring, published in 1991 in Japan. The book became a bestseller and launched his career as one of Japan’s most recognized horror writers.
What is Koji Suzuki best known for?
Koji Suzuki is best known for Ring (1991), a horror novel about a cursed videotape that kills anyone who watches it within seven days. The book launched the Ring franchise, which includes the Japanese film Ringu (1998) and the American remake The Ring (2002), as well as sequels, manga, and video games.