Japanese Literature

Vanishing World by Sayaka Murata

Discover Vanishing World by Sayaka Murata—an unsettling dystopian novel exploring artificial reproduction, emotional erasure, and societal conformity. A must-read for fans of speculative fiction and Atwood-style dystopias.

Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata

Dive into Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata, where protagonist Keiko Furukura navigates the rigid expectations of Japanese society while finding comfort and identity in the rhythms of a convenience store. A poignant exploration of individuality, conformity, and the true meaning of “normal.”

The Passengers on the Hankyu Line by Hiro Arikawa

A tender and moving review of The Passengers on the Hankyu Line by Hiro Arikawa — a novel that turns fleeting train encounters into lasting emotional echoes. Explore how brief human contact can spark transformation.

Strange Houses by Uketsu

Explore our in-depth review of Strange Houses by Uketsu—a disturbing architectural horror novel where floor plans hide family secrets, curses, and generational trauma.

Flashlight by Susan Choi

Dive into Flashlight by Susan Choi, a profound literary novel weaving trauma, memory, and identity across decades and continents. Read our in-depth review of one of 2025’s most talked-about books.

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