Is Kazuo Ishiguro A-List?
No — Kazuo Ishiguro is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2017
Nobel Prize in Literature
Lost A-list status in 2021
Dropped to B tier — Recent Works and Acclaim
Ranking Timeline
Publishes *A Pale View of Hills*
Ishiguro's debut novel is published to critical acclaim, beginning his literary career.
*An Artist of the Floating World*
His second novel further establishes him as a talented writer, winning the Whitbread Book of the Year Award.
*The Remains of the Day* Success
Publication of *The Remains of the Day* brings widespread recognition and commercial success, winning the Booker Prize.
*Never Let Me Go* Release
Releases *Never Let Me Go*, solidifying his reputation as a major literary figure.
*The Buried Giant* Published
Releases *The Buried Giant*, further showcasing his talent and versatility as a writer.
Nobel Prize in Literature
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, cementing his place among the world's most distinguished writers.
Recent Works and Acclaim
Continues to write and receive critical acclaim, maintaining his status as a significant literary figure.
Last updated: February 23, 2026