The Little World of the Rabbit Man Offers a Wonderful Experience
Japanese author Yuki Ainoya introduces a charming picture book about a boy named Sato who transforms into a rabbit, captivating readers with a poetic and surreal narrative.
Book List Week 9: Realizations, Everyday Things, Duras, and Japanese Cicadas
This week's critic list features various themes including sales, everyday topics, the works of Duras, and the significance of Japanese cicadas.
Review: "The Twilight" by Osamu Dazai
The article reviews Osamu Dazai's novel "The Twilight," highlighting its significance as a classic of Japanese literature.
Kwack Jong-seok and Kim Chang-suk, ‘Literary Figures of March’ Leading the ‘Paris Petition’
Kwack Jong-seok and Kim Chang-suk have been selected by the National Korean Literature Museum as 'Literary Figures of March' for their significant contributions to the independence movement during Japanese colonial rule.
Sinijärv recommends: if this book is anything, then it is definitely unusual
Cultural advisor Karl Martin Sinijärv recommends reading the cult novel "Või," inspired by real events and exploring Japanese culture through food.
Tomiko Miyao's unpublished short story depicting a life of poverty has been discovered, linking to her breakthrough work.
An unpublished short story by acclaimed Japanese author Tomiko Miyao, showcasing her struggles with poverty, has been found, shedding light on her early writing career.
The Body of Yukio Mishima
The centenary of Japanese ultranationalist writer Yukio Mishima highlights the inseparable identity between his work and persona, with few celebrations marking the occasion in Japan.