"The Makioka Sisters" is a novel by Jun'ichirō Tanizaki, published in 1943. Set in Osaka, Japan, during the years leading up to World War II, it follows the lives of four sisters from the Makioka family as they navigate societal changes and personal struggles. The story explores themes of family loyalty, tradition, and the challenges of modernity. The sisters, Tsuruko, Sachiko, Yayoi, and Keiko, each have distinct personalities and aspirations. As they deal with issues such as marriage prospects and familial expectations, their relationships reveal the complexities of their lives and the shifting cultural landscape of Japan during that era.