Haruki Murakami to publish first novel to feature woman as lead character

The Tale of Kaho, out in July, will be 16th novel by Japanese author who has faced criticism for portrayal of women

The Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami will publish his first novel to feature a woman as the main character this summer.

The Tale of Kaho will be published in Japan on 3 July, with an ebook edition released the same day. A UK edition has not yet been announced.