Literature · 1867–1916

Natsume Sōseki — Age & Birthday

Born: 9 February 1867 · Died: 9 December 1916 · Age at death: 49

How old was Natsume Sōseki when he died?

Natsume Sōseki died aged 49. He was born on 9 February 1867 and died on 9 December 1916.

Japanese novelist regarded as a pioneer of modern literature

Did you know?He lived in London for two years as a government scholar, an experience he famously described as the most unpleasant of his life.

Natsume Sōseki (Japanese: 夏目漱石; born Natsume Kinnosuke (夏目金之助); 9 February 1867 – 9 December 1916) was a Japanese novelist, poet, and scholar. He is considered one of the greatest writers in modern Japanese history and is often called the first modern novelist of Japan.

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Age at death: 49
Years since death: 109

Born: February 9, 1867 · Kikuichō, Japan
Died: December 9, 1916
Cause of death: Peptic ulcer disease
Nationality: Japanese
Known for: Literature

Family

Spouse: Kyoko Natsume
Children: Fudeko Natsume, Jun'ichi Natsume, Shinroku Natsume

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