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Storytelling, Cultural Spheres and the Senkaku Dilemma
February 19, 2014

Storytelling, Cultural Spheres and the Senkaku Dilemma

By Jonathan DeHart
To what extent could a shared cultural sphere overcome bitter disputes and heal wounds from East Asia’s past?

Nobel in Literature: Could This Be Haruki Murakami’s Year?
October 10, 2013

Nobel in Literature: Could This Be Haruki Murakami’s Year?

The Japanese author has been tipped to win often before. Will this be the year?

Indy Thai Literature Struggles to Find Its Voice
July 01, 2013

Indy Thai Literature Struggles to Find Its Voice

Bangkok may be World Book Capital for 2013, but support for independent bookstores and publishers lags.

Haruki Murakami Speaks in Kyoto, Deepens Spell on Japan
May 08, 2013

Haruki Murakami Speaks in Kyoto, Deepens Spell on Japan

Haruki Murakami’s hold on Japan’s imagination is stronger than ever.

Haruki Murakami’s New Novel Hits Japan’s Bookstores Today
April 12, 2013

Haruki Murakami’s New Novel Hits Japan’s Bookstores Today

Japanese fans of literary superstar Haruki Murakami have been satiated today with his new novel.

Haruki Murakami’s New Novel Set for April
February 19, 2013

Haruki Murakami’s New Novel Set for April

Bungeishunju has announced that Haruki Murakami’s next novel is slated for April. Diehard fans rejoice.

The Wait For Murakami's IQ84
April 12, 2011

The Wait For Murakami's IQ84

The popular writer’s first English release in years is coming. Fans are likely already on the edge of their seats.

Norwegian Wood OK, and Pretty
December 14, 2010

Norwegian Wood OK, and Pretty

Despite a tepid critical reception so far, people will go see the film adaptation of one of Japan’s most revered books.

The Murakami Factor
October 09, 2010

The Murakami Factor

The 2010 Nobel Prize for Literature went to Peruvian author Llosa. But Japan’s most celebrated contemporary writer must surely stand a chance in the future.

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