Contemporary literature
“The Gold You Were Supposed to Hold” – A Tale of Reality and Fiction Intertwined
Art How to Enjoy Masterpieces Even More: ‘The Eye for Masterpieces in Color Edition I: From the Birth of Oil Painting to Manet’
Paintings are a unique form of expression that offers us endless inspiration and new perspectives.Shuji Takashina's book...
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 ...
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....
Essays and Writings “The Party Ends, and Middle Age Begins”: The Weight of Freedom and Choices Ahead
The transition from the carefree days of youth to the sobering reality of middle age is a universal experience.In The Pa...
Contemporary literature The Art of the Blue Vase: Stories of Human Nature and Life’s Depth
Sawako Ariyoshi's The Blue Vase is a collection of 13 interconnected short stories centered around a single celadon vase...
Contemporary literature The Daily Lives and Bonds of Elderly Readers: The Charm of Yomu Yomu Kataru
How much do you believe in the power of words and stories?In Yomu Yomu Kataru by Kasumi Asakura, the story unfolds in an...
Contemporary literature Spinoza’s Philosophy of Healing: A Journey Through “Spinoza’s Consultation Room”
We will explore the charm of this book without spoiling any key details, so feel at ease.In this new novel by Sosuke Nat...
Contemporary literature The Youthful Melancholy of Haruki Murakami: “Pinball, 1973”
"Pinball, 1973" is one of the early works in Haruki Murakami's Trilogy of the Rat.This novel exemplifies his hallmark th...
Contemporary literature “This Won’t Be Deducted as Expenses! 7 ~Ms. Moriwaka from the Accounting Department~” and the Realities of Work and Life
Aoki Yuko's popular series "This Won’t Be Deducted as Expenses!" realistically portrays the daily lives, work attitudes,...
Contemporary literature Discover Healing and Renewal in “Recovery Kabahiko”
"Recovery Kabahiko" by Michiko Aoyama is a collection of interconnected short stories that revolve around urban legends ...
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...
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 ...