Influential Japanese writer (1925–1970) who committed hara-kiri to protest the Westernization and military weakness of postwar Japan. His reactionary views, private “army,” and homosexuality made him one of the most controversial public figures in Japan and one of the most enigmatic geniuses of modern literature. Christmas card, measuring 6 x 8, opening to an overall size of 11.75 x 8, with an image of a festive kimono on the front. Printed inside the card is the sentiment, “Best Wishes for A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Years.” and signed underneath in black ink, “Yukio Mishima.” A central horizontal fold, a vertical bend along the right edge, scattered creasing and toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
