Great content!! I added many new books to my reading list.
I do have two additional recommendations for Tohoku, which is where I lived.
One of them is Abroad in Japan by Chris Abroad. He is now one of Japan’s biggest YouTubers, but he had a humbler start as a teacher in Yamagata, which he discusses in his book.
Additionally, Isabelle Bird was a pioneering travel writer in the 19th century. Her book details her journey across Tohoku in the year 1878!
Great list, I read at least three of the books you mention. Sad to see nothing from Banana Yoshimoto, whom I absolutely adore. I would also recommend Amelie Nothomb's book Tokyo fiancée (Ni d'Eve ni d'Adam in original French).
Great content!! I added many new books to my reading list.
I do have two additional recommendations for Tohoku, which is where I lived.
One of them is Abroad in Japan by Chris Abroad. He is now one of Japan’s biggest YouTubers, but he had a humbler start as a teacher in Yamagata, which he discusses in his book.
Additionally, Isabelle Bird was a pioneering travel writer in the 19th century. Her book details her journey across Tohoku in the year 1878!
Cameron, thank you for your time and the great suggestions - added to my to-read list.
Great list, I read at least three of the books you mention. Sad to see nothing from Banana Yoshimoto, whom I absolutely adore. I would also recommend Amelie Nothomb's book Tokyo fiancée (Ni d'Eve ni d'Adam in original French).