Adam Jackson takes a look at one of Japan's most fascinating authors, Haruki Murakami, exploring topics such as the author's early life; the influence of Western writers on Murakami's adolescence; the inspirational moment that started his literary career; the significance of cats in Murakami's work; how Murakami's first translator developed his Japanese language skills; Murakami's rigorous schedule; plus a selections of questions on Murakami's work.