Luo Tuosheng and Manchukuo Literature

Abstract

This chapter utilizes newly discovered historical records and literary materials from China and Japan to investigate questions about Luo Tuosheng, a Manchukuo overseas student in imperial Japan, examining his identity, literary activities in Japan, and imprisonment. Luo played a central role in launching the influential "Mobei wenxue qingnian-hui" (Mobei Literary Youth Association) often overlooked by scholars, and thus provides a glimpse into Manchukuo overseas student engagement in Japan. The establishment and setbacks of this association will also be clarified.