Jun 17, 2024
Japan is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. From the iconic cherry blossoms to the heartwarming literature, Japan has given so much to the world! Here we list 8 brilliant Japanese books that should be on your TBR list.
Canva-AI
‘Kafka on the Shore’ is the story of a fifteen-year-old runaway, Kafka Tamura, and an elderly man named Nakata who has lost his memory. The book has talking cats, mysterious disappearances, and conversations about fate and thinking.
Vintage
‘Kokoro’ is the story of a young man’s friendship with an older man he calls ‘Sensei’ which means ‘teacher’ or ‘guide’. As their bond deepens, the young boy gets to know about Sensei’s dark past and a secret he has been hiding.
Gateway-Editions
‘Convenience Store Woman’ is the life tale of Keiko Furukura, a woman who finds comfort and a sense of belonging in her job at a convenience store.
Granta-Books
One of the oldest novels in the world, ‘The Tale of Genji’ is about the life and love-life of Hikaru Genji. The book is about his political life, court affairs, romance, and the likes.
Penguin
A beautiful tale of travelling back in time, ‘Before the Coffee Gets Cold’ is set in a small, quirky cafe in Tokyo where people can revisit a memory from the past. But, time travel comes with a twist!
Picador
The story of a Korean family settled in Japan, ‘Pachinko’ looks at the themes of finding one's identity, blending in with the people and culture, and the difficulties people face even after living at a place for generations.
Head-of-Zeus
‘The Travelling Cat Chronicles’ is a wholesome story about the bond between a man named Satoru and his stray cat, Nana. The story is told by both Nana and Satoru as they start their trip around Japan
Doubleday
A beautiful novel set in a hot spring town in Japan, ‘Snow Country’ captures the love affair between Shimamura, and a geisha named Komako.
Vintage
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