Renowned Japanese author 스즈키 고지, best known for his horror novels such as '링' and '나선', has passed away at the age of 68. Born in 1957 in 시즈오카현 하마마쓰, 스즈키 고지 was the mastermind behind the 'J-호러' phenomenon that swept the world. His novel '링' was adapted into a film, introducing the iconic character 사다코 to global audiences. | Renowned Japanese author 스즈키 고지, best known for his horror novels such as '링' and '나선', has passed away at the age of 68. Born in 1957 in 시즈오카현 하마마쓰, 스즈키 고지 was the mastermind behind the 'J-호러' phenomenon that swept the world. His novel '링' was adapted into a film, introducing the iconic character 사다코 to global audiences.