Book Breaks

Nihonga, a living tradition of Japanese painting known for its blend of naturalism and abstraction, fine, delicate lines, and ethereal beauty, is a world wrapped in mysticism, inaccessible even to most Japanese people. For American artist Allan West, learning the techniques for his burgeoning art ...

日本語の案内が英文の後に続きます。   The speakers: Akiko Iwamoto, Chubei Yagyu, Cathy Hirano   A delightful journey into Japanese popular culture through Yokai art.  Yokai are strange, mysterious creatures that populate Japanese folklore and inspire contemporary art and entertainment, such as Pokémon and the Oscar-winning film Spirited Away. ...

Paul Martin, a British national living in Japan for more than decades is one of Japan`s most experienced experts on the country`s renowned 2000 year old sword culture. He will introduce Japanese swords followed by his latest book, Japanese Swords and Armor: Masterpieces from Thirty ...

Against the global backdrop of book publishing compared to a low-growth business, five distinguished speakers representing the Japanese market will discuss their experiences including opportunities available for foreign authors .The evening will probe tradition, distribution, pitching to publishers and current trends as Japanese society changes. ...

英文の後に日本語の告知文が続きます。 Gamblers, Fraudsters, Dreamers & Spies is a new work by Robert Whiting. It deals with a fascinating swath of Japanese history – from the occupation to the present day (up to the assassination of former prime minister Shinzo Abe) – focusing on foreigners who ...