Portrait of Fumiko Enchi

Fumiko Enchi books in order

Japanese writer

Lived
1905–1986
Country
Japan
Books
2

Fumiko Enchi published 2 novels, beginning with Masks (1958).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Fumiko Enchi

Fumiko Enchi books in order of publication

  1. Masks (1958)

    166 pages

  2. Waiting Years (1961)

    203 pages

About Fumiko Enchi

Fumiko Ueda, known by her pen name Fumiko Enchi , was a Japanese writer and playwright known for her explorations into the ideas of sexuality, gender, human identity, and spirituality. She is considered one of the most prominent women writers of Shōwa period Japan.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Fumiko Enchi FAQ

How many books has Fumiko Enchi written?
Fumiko Enchi published 2 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Fumiko Enchi's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Masks.
What is Fumiko Enchi's last book?
Waiting Years (1961).
What is Fumiko Enchi's most famous book?
Masks (1958) is Fumiko Enchi's most widely read book.

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.