Fumitake Koga
A Japanese author and journalist, best known as the co-author of the philosophical dialogue The Courage to Be Disliked with Ichiro Kishimi. Through accessible storytelling, Koga helps articulate and popularize complex Adlerian psychological concepts for a broad audience. His writing style makes profound ideas about self-acceptance, social connection, and finding happiness relatable and actionable, contributing significantly to the book's global appeal and impact.
This bestselling Japanese philosophy book presents a dialogue between a philosopher and a young man, exploring ideas based on Alfred Adler's psychology. It argues that happiness lies in the courage to be true to oneself and to reject the need for approval from others. Through a Socratic conversation, it challenges readers to let go of past trauma, take personal responsibility, and live with freedom. The book encourages breaking free from societal expectations and embracing a more purposeful, self-directed life.