Hideo Yokoyama

Hideo Yokoyama is a Japanese novelist specializing in mystery and crime fiction. He is known for his detailed police procedurals that explore themes of organizational dysfunction, bureaucratic inertia, and the personal toll of institutional loyalty within Japan's law enforcement and corporate structures. Drawing from his extensive background in journalism, Yokoyama's works often feature protagonists navigating complex hierarchies and moral dilemmas, blending meticulous procedural elements with psychological depth. He worked as an investigative reporter for a regional newspaper for 12 years before becoming a full-time author. His notable works include 'Six Four,' which was shortlisted for the CWA International Dagger, and 'Seventeen.'