Contemporary literature
“Naruse Goes to Conquer the World” – A Tale of Ambition and Youth
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...
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 ...
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...
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....
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...