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 ...
Literary Works 
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...
Time management The Science of Persistence: Lessons from 2 Million Successes and Failures
Rest assured, this article will explore the essence of this book without revealing spoilers.We’ll dive into the highligh...
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 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....
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...
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,...
Mystery, Suspense, Hard-boiled “Rakujitsu”— A Tale of Hope and Despair by Kanae Minato
Kanae Minato's latest novel, Rakujitsu, captivates readers with its profound narrative and intricate psychological portr...
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 Challenge Your Beliefs! ‘Tomogui’ Questions Life and Death
Experience the intertwining moments of life and survival in Akiko Kawasaki's Naoki Prize-winning masterpiece, Tomogui.Se...
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 Discover Healing and Renewal in “Recovery Kabahiko”
"Recovery Kabahiko" by Michiko Aoyama is a collection of interconnected short stories that revolve around urban legends ...