Roland Kelts

Roland Kelts is an American author, cultural critic, and professor. He is best known for his books on Japanese culture, including The Buddha in the Attic and Japan Decoded. Kelts has also written for various publications, including The New Yorker and The Wall Street Journal. He is a professor of Japanese studies at Columbia University and has taught at several other institutions. Kelts is also a frequent commentator on Japanese culture and has appeared on various media outlets, including NPR and PBS.