Donald Richie, an American expatriate and a leading authority on Japanese film and culture, Dead at 88

2013.02.21

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Donald Richie, an American expatriate and a leading authority on Japanese film and culture, Dead at 88

Donald Richie, an American expatriate and a leading authority on Japanese film and culture, died Feb. 19 at a Tokyo hospital. He was 88.

A prolific author, Mr. Richie’s books gave overseas readers insights into Japanese film and culture. For many years, he helped edit “JAPANESE FILM,” which was published annually by UNIJAPAN.

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We extend our sincere condolences for the loss of one of the most renowned and ardent supporters of Japanese films.

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