Believing in the Power of Words—What “The Great Passage” Teaches Us Literary Works

Believing in the Power of Words—What “The Great Passage” Teaches Us

Words have the power to connect people and unlock new worlds.In Shion Miura's novel The Great Passage, we follow the sto...
A Glimpse into the World of Matchmaking: “Konkatsu Maestro” Contemporary literature

A Glimpse into the World of Matchmaking: “Konkatsu Maestro”

What comes to mind when you hear the word "matchmaking"?Some may envision glamorous events, while others might think of ...
The Courage to Face Loneliness: Life Lessons from The Lonely Castle in the Mirror Literary Works

The Courage to Face Loneliness: Life Lessons from The Lonely Castle in the Mirror

"The Lonely Castle in the Mirror" by Mizuki Tsujimura is a masterpiece that weaves a tale of solitude, hope, and redempt...
The Love and Bonds Relay in “And Then the Baton Was Passed” Contemporary literature

The Love and Bonds Relay in “And Then the Baton Was Passed”

Families come in all shapes and sizes.Each one is connected by love and trust, despite differing backgrounds and values....
A Musical Experience Through Words: The Profound World of “Honeybees and Thunder” Literary Works

A Musical Experience Through Words: The Profound World of “Honeybees and Thunder”

In contemporary Japanese literature, few works have captured the hearts of readers through the theme of music as profoun...
“A Wild Sheep Chase” – A Thought-Provoking Literary Journey Contemporary literature

“A Wild Sheep Chase” – A Thought-Provoking Literary Journey

"A Wild Sheep Chase Volume 1" is one of Haruki Murakami’s early works that left a profound impact on readers.This story ...
Exploring the Mystery of “After-School Mystery Club 1: The Case of Goldfish in the Pool” Mystery

Exploring the Mystery of “After-School Mystery Club 1: The Case of Goldfish in the Pool”

"After-School Mystery Club 1: The Case of Goldfish in the Pool" is a children’s mystery novel written by Mikito Chinen.T...
The Essence of Love and Prejudice Questioned by ‘The Wandering Moon’ Mystery, Suspense, Hard-boiled

The Essence of Love and Prejudice Questioned by ‘The Wandering Moon’

"The Wandering Moon" is an emotional human drama written by Yu Nagira that won the 17th Japan Booksellers' Award.The sto...
The King of the Deer: A Story of the Meaning of Life and Solitude SF, Horror, Fantasy

The King of the Deer: A Story of the Meaning of Life and Solitude

Does an "absolute" really exist in this world?Naho Uehashi's The King of the Deer is a work that deeply explores life an...
Can You Keep Challenging Yourself? The Life Lessons of The Man Called Pirate Contemporary literature

Can You Keep Challenging Yourself? The Life Lessons of The Man Called Pirate

Challenge has always been a powerful word that resonates with people across eras, hasn’t it?As its title suggests, The M...
“Like the Stars, You Shine”: Exploring the Meaning of Family and Self Literary Works

“Like the Stars, You Shine”: Exploring the Meaning of Family and Self

"Like the Stars, You Shine" is a masterpiece of modern Japanese literature that deeply moves its readers.This novel intr...
A Voice of Hope in Solitude: “The 52-Hertz Whale” Literary Works

A Voice of Hope in Solitude: “The 52-Hertz Whale”

Everyone has moments when they feel their voice cannot be heard.These are often the loneliest times when our connection ...