Masaji Ishikawa
What’s inside
“A River in Darkness” is an autobiographical account by Masaji Ishikawa, detailing his life and harrowing escape from North Korea. Born in Japan to a Korean father and a Japanese mother, Ishikawa’s family moves to North Korea under the false promises of the ‘Return to North Korea’ movement, only to face unimaginable hardships. The book vividly recounts the brutal reality of life under the North Korean regime, including starvation, oppression, and the loss of personal freedom. Ishikawa’s escape back to Japan, after nearly 36 years in North Korea, is a testament to human resilience in the face of tyranny.
You’ll Learn
- Insights into life under North Korea’s regime
- Understanding the impact of political ideologies on individuals
- Appreciating the value of freedom and resilience
- Inspiration from Ishikawa’s courage and determination to escape
Key Points
- Life before North Korea: A family’s hope
- Harsh realities of North Korean life
- Survival against all odds
- The journey of escape
- Reflections on freedom and resilience
Who’s it For
- Readers interested in human rights
- Those curious about North Korean life
- Autobiography enthusiasts
- Individuals interested in stories of survival
About the author
Masaji Ishikawa is a survivor with a story unlike any other. Born to a Korean father and a Japanese mother, he was taken to North Korea as a young boy, where he spent decades enduring hardships. His escape and subsequent autobiography provide a rare and harrowing glimpse into the secretive state of North Korea, marking him as a significant voice on human endurance and the desire for freedom.