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Kenji Ueda is a Japanese poet and translator known for his translations of English literature into Japanese. His most notable works include translations of Shakespeare's plays, as well as works by James Joyce and T.S. Eliot. Ueda's literary style is characterized by his ability to capture the nuances and complexities of the original texts while maintaining a sense of lyricism and elegance in his translations. His contributions to literature include introducing Western classics to a Japanese audience and bridging the gap between different literary traditions. One of his most famous works is his translation of "Hamlet," which has been praised for its fidelity to the original text and its poetic interpretation. Ueda's impact on the literary genre of translation has been significant, as he has inspired a new generation of translators to strive for excellence and creativity in their work.