Földes shares the inspiration behind "Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman," an adaptation of Haruki Murakami's stories that earned praise from the author himself.
“Even if it seems that society never changes, it does transform anyway. And if we turn back, we can see how things are different now from...
What is necessary for the modern age and the future is to look not for the material, but for something immaterial that “resonates in people's hearts.”
As one publishing affiliate states, “There are many who appreciate the unique quirkiness and humor of Japanese women writers.”
The Week is a podcast for busy people who want to keep abreast of views from Japan on politics, energy, culture and even a reboot of...
"I’m reminded when I translate his novels of the earnestness of those who seek ways to change themselves and find new values in their circumstances”
Ryusuke Hamaguchi, director of the world-wide hit "Drive My Car" is ready to take on the Hollywood challenge if offered the chance.
Director Hamaguchi is enjoying a stellar award season, snatching the Golden Globe for Best Non-English Film in January 2022, and Best Screenplay at the Cannes Film...
A large portion of the materials on display were donated by the 72-year-old world-renowned author from his archives.
Hamaguchi is a rising star in the world of Japanese cinema, and has won accolades in all three major European film festivals, namely Cannes, Berlin and...
“I have to push my limit every day. My strength was to be able to do that every day during my career.” ーTakahashi, the 2000 Sydney...
"It’s the kind of work that, after you finish reading the last chapter, you get excited wondering what it will be like to read it again...
