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ShimokitaJer

ShimokitaJer

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Just a note on how I plan to use this site. I've decided to add to my virtual bookshelf only those books that are on my actual bookshelf, and only those books that have to do with Japanese literature, history, folklore, etc. I have not added any books that I have read but do not actually own, but I do write comments/recommendations of those... more »
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  • Tokyoadam

    Tokyoadam says

    I am using this site for two purposes: (i) to reflect my actual book collection and (ii) to track my reading habits. Hopefully, I will also get good suggestions for further reading.

    I assume you are in Japan now?

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Michael

    Michael says

    I've always wondered about Kenzaburo Oe. How is his work? Also, how is Tanizaki? Soseki's Kokoro is on my to-read list. Wow - you've actually read The Tale of Genji? I have a lot of respect for you. That's nothing to sneeze at. I've read segments of it in Japanese literature anthologies, but it was always a labor. Also, what is Tales of Tears and Laughter about?

    posted 4 years ago. ( send a note )