Osamu Soda (1928-2024) was a Japanese novelist known for his sharp critiques of societal contradictions, often showcased through the perspectives of children and the elderly. Born in Tokyo and raised in Aichi, he graduated from Nihon University’s College of Art, majoring in film studies. He gained popularity particularly among younger generations and ventured into light novels, although he is generationally distinct from contemporary light novel authors. His works address social issues, reflecting profound insights on human behavior and societal norms.
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Meaning of the name - Soda
A type of mineral salt, referring to the ingredient used in soda drinks.
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Soda Osamu belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Setagaya-ku
Place of Death: Nagoya
Cause of Death: pneumonia
Educated At: Nihon University
Occupation: novelist | writer
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Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.Ephemeris for May 8, 1928
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 8, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for May 8, 2026 |
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| Sun | 17 Taurus 50 | 18 Taurus 7 | 21 Leo 37 |
| Moon | 29 Sagittarius 52 | 4 Aquarius 38 | 10 Leo 25 |
| Mercury | 24 Taurus 4 | 11 Taurus 13 | 20 Leo 2 |
| Venus | 3 Taurus 20 | 17 Gemini 36 | 3 Virgo 47 |
| Mars | 23 Pisces 48 | 22 Aries 15 | 3 Gemini 31 |
| Jupiter | 24 Aries 9 | 20 Cancer 3 | 9 Taurus 58 |
| Saturn | 18 Sagittarius 15 | 9 Aries 53 | 12 Sagittarius 54 |
| Uranus | 5 Aries 47 | 0 Gemini 43 | 6 Aries 58 |
| Neptune | 26 Leo 24 | 3 Aries 29 | 28 Leo 39 |
| Pluto | 15 Cancer 19 | 5 Aquarius 30 | 17 Cancer 36 |
| Rahu | 10 Gemini 50 | 5 Pisces 24 | 5 Gemini 38 |
| Ketu | 10 Sagittarius 50 | 5 Virgo 24 | 5 Sagittarius 38 |
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