Contemporary literature

The Youthful Melancholy of Haruki Murakami: “Pinball, 1973” 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...
The Art of the Blue Vase: Stories of Human Nature and Life’s Depth 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...
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...
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 ...
Humanity Questioned on the Battlefield: The Profound Resonance of ‘Comrade Girl, Shoot the Enemy’ Contemporary literature

Humanity Questioned on the Battlefield: The Profound Resonance of ‘Comrade Girl, Shoot the Enemy’

"Comrade Girl, Shoot the Enemy" is a captivating novel by Toma Osaka set during World War II, focusing on the lives of S...
The Heartwarming Ensemble Drama The Watermill’s Nene: A Chain of Kindness Contemporary literature

The Heartwarming Ensemble Drama The Watermill’s Nene: A Chain of Kindness

Whether you're an avid reader or someone looking for a heartwarming story, The Watermill's Nene by Kikuko Tsumura is a m...
“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 ...