Contemporary literature

The Daily Lives and Bonds of Elderly Readers: The Charm of Yomu Yomu Kataru 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...
“Naruse Goes to Conquer the World” – A Tale of Ambition and Youth Contemporary literature

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

Mina Miyajima's bold new novel, Naruse Goes to Conquer the World, is a story of ambition, courage, and the power of yout...
“The Gold You Were Supposed to Hold” – A Tale of Reality and Fiction Intertwined Contemporary literature

“The Gold You Were Supposed to Hold” – A Tale of Reality and Fiction Intertwined

The Gold You Were Supposed to Hold by Tetsu Ogawa is a collection of interconnected short stories that masterfully explo...
Spinoza’s Philosophy of Healing: A Journey Through “Spinoza’s Consultation Room” 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...
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...
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...