Fumitake Koga

Fumitake Koga is a Japanese author, editor, and writer best known for co-authoring a series of internationally bestselling books on Adlerian psychology with philosopher Ichiro Kishimi. Born in Osaka, Japan, he graduated from the Faculty of Letters at Kyoto University before beginning a career in publishing and writing. His background as an editor and interviewer shaped his ability to present complex philosophical ideas in a clear, engaging style, making psychological concepts accessible to a broad readership.

Koga achieved worldwide recognition with The Courage to Be Disliked, published in 2013 and co-authored with Ichiro Kishimi. Written as a dialogue between a philosopher and a skeptical young man, the book introduces the principles of Alfred Adler's psychology through a conversational format inspired by the Socratic method. The book became an international publishing phenomenon, selling millions of copies and being translated into more than forty languages. Koga and Kishimi later expanded the series with The Courage to Be Happy and The Courage to Be Yourself, further exploring Adler's philosophy and its practical application to relationships, work, and personal fulfillment.

Through his collaboration with Kishimi, Koga has played a significant role in bringing Adlerian psychology to readers around the world. His writing is known for transforming abstract philosophical discussions into engaging conversations that encourage self-reflection, personal responsibility, and the pursuit of authentic happiness.