How many books has Hiratsuka Raichō written?

Hiratsuka Raichō published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Hiratsuka Raichō's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with In the Beginning, Woman Was the Sun.

In the Beginning, Woman Was the Sun is Hiratsuka Raichō's most widely read book.

Japanese anarchist feminist

Hiratsuka Raichō published 1 non-fiction book. The best-known is In the Beginning, Woman Was the Sun.

Updated September 2026

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In the Beginning, Woman Was the Sun
Hiratsuka Raichō's most-read book.

Hiratsuka Raichō was a Japanese writer, journalist, political activist, anarchist, and pioneering feminist in Japan.

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How many books has Hiratsuka Raichō written?: Hiratsuka Raichō published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Hiratsuka Raichō's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with In the Beginning, Woman Was the Sun.
What is Hiratsuka Raichō's most famous book?: In the Beginning, Woman Was the Sun is Hiratsuka Raichō's most widely read book.

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