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This year's JF Book Tree Ended on March 31, 2024

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This year's JF Book Tree Ended on March 31, 2024

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Thank you very much for those who participated in our Book Tree program!

Prize winners will be notified directly later in April.

For the time being, enjoy checking other digital library users' comments and find your next great reads!

Program Details: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/book-tree-2024/

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Interesting protagonists.

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Under the Midnight Sun by HIGASHINO Keigo

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Under the Midnight Sun by HIGASHINO Keigo

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One of the most complex, thought-provoking and heart breaking mystery novels I've ever read!

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Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata

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Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata

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This was my first time checking out a library from the JF USA digital library! I loved the depiction of every day life in a konbini in Japan, all the sounds, sights, and smells made me feel like I was actually in a store.

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This was such a sweet manga, I loved seeing how much the mom cared for and thought of her son!

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I immediately connected to these characters. It was also so great to see disability rep in a romance manga!

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Simply Japanese: 100 Authentic Recipes for Easy Home Cooking

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Simply Japanese: 100 Authentic Recipes for Easy Home Cooking

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There are lots of classic home cooking recipes with really nice photos too! I really appreciated the sweets section at the end. Anko, shiratama dango, yokan, and castella cake! Yum!

Emily M

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100 Places to Visit Around Tokyo by Namiko Chen and Reese Lee

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100 Places to Visit Around Tokyo by Namiko Chen and Reese Lee

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I enjoyed reading through the suggestions here! I check a lot of Japan tourism websites and there is lots of info on Tokyo online, but there were some places in here that I hadn't heard of before and have marked down for my next visit.

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The Complete Story of Sadako Sasaki by Masahiro Sasaki and Sue Dicicco

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The Complete Story of Sadako Sasaki by Masahiro Sasaki and Sue Dicicco

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The illustrations are beautiful and the personal photos bring reality to the story of The Thousand Paper Cranes. This personal account in journal format from Sadako’s brother is a sad and hopeful viewpoint of the Hiroshima bombing and the aftermath.

Emily M

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It feels to me to be a pretty scathing condemnation of the hypercompetitive field of early childhood education. It shouldn't be competitive at all. This poor kid. It's kind of painful. It's as tough to stomach for me as most genuine horror stories.

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I recommend this book to anyone who wants to read a manga about super powers

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I really enjoyed reading about the incredible strength and resilience of grandpa Ralph and grandma Mitsue. Reading this book made me think a lot about my own family’s experiences living in Vancouver at that time, and wondering about their life stories. Very thought provoking and inspiring.

Emily M

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I recently saw this manga mentioned in a top manga video on youtube, and when I saw it on the JF digital library I decided to give it a shot. I loved it! A wonderful story of brothers, science, and following your dreams, even if you think you might not reach them. I can't wait to continue this story!

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My Love Story!! Vol. 1 by Kazune Kawahara

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My Love Story!! Vol. 1 by Kazune Kawahara

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I was so excited to see this manga available! I decided to re-read My Love Story!! for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, and I fell in love with it all over again. It's such a sweet shojo with some of the cutest characters!

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I appreciated the reference to the film "Ikiru" d'Akira Kurosawa in summing up the frustrations of Inuyashiki, who is older than his years, and feeling generally irrelevant in a society he no longer understands. A fast paced sci-fi manga that explores what it is to be human when one is no longer technically human.

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I've read several books by this author and I love them all. The imagery from this one especially has stayed with me. Surrealism mixed with the mundanity of life.

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Mysterious with hints dropped throughout the story. Not entirely sure what happened, but it keeps me thinking, what does it all mean?

Emily M

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I played volleyball when I was a junior high school student as a part of the school curriculum. Yet, I had never been interested in watching athletes playing volleyball, let alone students, until I started reading “Haikyu!!” (currently I am waiting for Volume 5 to become available.) The story is fascinating and gives a detailed explanation of the rules.

Let me explain why I chose this manga series even though I was not interested in volleyball. There is an interesting variety television series, called “Junk SPORTS” that features sports and athletes in Japan. (“Junk SPORTS” seemingly means sports addicts/addiction.) There are also blog posts that summarize each show. In 2022 they reported the top twenty manga series that had featured sports (https://www.fnn.jp/articles/-/405430).

Based on the data from 1,384 students in Japan who were at that time members of an athletic club of leading universities for sports, “Haikyu!!” ranked No. 1. These students supported “Haikyu!!” because the way in which the artist/author, Furudate, captures the feelings of individuals and the interaction between teammates and coaches when the main team is defeated is attentive, ingenious, and relatable.

This has made me check out “Haikyu!!”  :)

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Fun picture book to read with my son, whimsical illustrations and a unique point of view to share.

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Wherever we are, whether in Japan or Canada, a specific culture in our society or at work defines us and is like a box. As the culture somewhat prevents us from thinking and acting outside the box, sadly, individuals who make an extra effort are not always rewarded. Therefore, my favourite quote from this manga “REAL” is “DON’T GET BEAT BY THE WORLD (THE COMMON SENSE)” (when we have a goal or dream, but others may think it is not possible for us to achieve it.)

I truly admire Inoue's works.

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A short, concise story told with childlike innocence that hints at an underlying message of prejudice and hope paired with lovely illustrations. A wonderful picture book for kids.

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I loved this series it is really cool to read and i am glad JFT library has many Mangas

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I loved this series it is really cool to read and i am glad JFT library has many Mangas Looks like no volume 21 in the library yet :(

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This was a weird compilation of shorts stories some paranormal some phycological

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I am trying to finish this series :D

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Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata

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Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata

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The same way Shrek was about valuing inner beauty without the usual 'reward' of having it manifest outwards, this book values individualism without making it about a lofty dream that society would like anyway. :) Fun, short book!

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This story is a beautiful journey of a very loyal and strong dog called Tamon. The adventure that Tamon takes to reach his destination is heartwarming and thrilling. As you read it you will want to know what happens to the people he meets along his journey and the impact he has on their lives. I’m glad I got this recommendation during a JFT Book Club meeting. Wholeheartedly would recommend you give it a try.

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A classic! The art is stunning and the characters are charming. One of my all time favorite series!

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I recommend this book if you're someone who likes tidbits and fun facts, or enjoy learning Japanese language, linguistics, and/or culture. It's motivated me to get my own copy, to open up whenever I feel like. Plus the images are so cute.

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Japanese for all occasions by Anne Kaneko

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Japanese for all occasions by Anne Kaneko

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I enjoyed looking though this book and learning useful phrases. It is a nice layout and fun design!

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A good practice! Nice and easy to use online

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Kanji de Manga Special Edition by Glenn Kardy

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Kanji de Manga Special Edition by Glenn Kardy

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A very interesting read to try and learn よじじゅくぎ. Lots to take in but very fun to try and see the creation of these expressions and matching kanji. Very interesting for a linguist!

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A wonderful set of stories of a man and his love for a cat who nobody wants. The cat does not look like a normal cat but certainly behaves like one. The mangaka shows a very wonderful relation between the two where they both enjoy each other's company despite what other characters in the story may think. Very pleasant and quick ready for anyone who would like to have a pet.

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I want to eat your pancreas by Yoru Sumino

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I want to eat your pancreas by Yoru Sumino

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This was a beautiful story about appreciating ever day that we get to be alive and what it truly means to be alive. That appreciation could be as simple as reading a book or as complex as having a very interesting dialogue with someone. I think there is something in this story for everyone to enjoy. Genuinely loved the message, the characters and the overall story of this manga.

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Very sweet book! I was happy I could finally read the source material of one of my favorite Ghibli movies.

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Witch hat atelier volume 1 by Kamome Shirahama

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Witch hat atelier volume 1 by Kamome Shirahama

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I recommend witch hat atelier to anyone who loves studio ghibli and owl House.

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Witch hat atelier volume 2 by Kamome Shirahama

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Witch hat atelier volume 2 by Kamome Shirahama

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This series has a stunning art style and amazing worldbuilding.

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This book is so interesting and entertaining. While reading it I was completely immersed in the world Junji Ito had created.Junji ito's art in this book was stunning and memorable. When I'm reading a Junji Ito book I know I'm in for a compelling story with beautiful artwork.

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Words to Make a Friend: A Story in Japanese and English by Donna Jo Napoli

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Words to Make a Friend: A Story in Japanese and English by Donna Jo Napoli

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A cozy story perfect for a snowy day about how friendship can transcend language.

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This is the first Haruki Murakami book I have read. I have been holding off on reading Murakami because the excerpts of his writing I have read I did not like, but I decided to give one of his books a chance, so I read this book and overall, it was a decent read, but I don’t know if I will read from him again.

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It was an okay read with nice illustrations, this book would be great for a read aloud.

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Captain Harlock: The Classic Collection Vol 1 by Leiji Matsumoto

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Captain Harlock: The Classic Collection Vol 1 by Leiji Matsumoto

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A space opera manga. That is probably the best way to describe this manga. It is a really interesting story with funny characters and fascinating antagonist(s) but it does jump between scenes very quickly. Tiny bit hard to read. But that does not take away from the fact that Captain Harlock is truly one of the coolest space captains I have ever seen. Definitely worth reading for the anyone who like sci-fi and adventure.

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witch hat atelier vol.1 by kamome shirahama

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witch hat atelier vol.1 by kamome shirahama

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I love the worldbuilding and the magic system.

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I really enjoyed this volume.

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I'm loving the series so far, great first volume.

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Writing Japanese Hiragana by Jim Gleeson

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Writing Japanese Hiragana by Jim Gleeson

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Great for beginners and easy to understand.

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Japanese Kanji Flash Cards Volume 1 Book by Alexander Kask

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Japanese Kanji Flash Cards Volume 1 Book by Alexander Kask

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Easy to follow and very helpful.

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Witch hat atelier Volume 2 by Kamome Shirahama

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Witch hat atelier Volume 2 by Kamome Shirahama

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I like the series so far, I want to catch up in the series before the end of the year.

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A Manga Lover's Tokyo Travel Guide by Evangeline Neo

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A Manga Lover's Tokyo Travel Guide by Evangeline Neo

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This is a fun and cute guide to Tokyo, which looks like a travel diary and sketch book of the author, without boring explanations and banal information from Wikipedia but the author’s personal experience. It contains various tips and a lot useful infotrmation. This book is suitable for those who planning first trip to Tokyo.

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Witch Hat Atelier volume 1 by Kamome Shirahama

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Witch Hat Atelier volume 1 by Kamome Shirahama

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I'm really enjoying the story so far. I really like the magic system and art.

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100 Japanese Gardens: The Best Gardens to Visit in Japan by Stephen Mansfield

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100 Japanese Gardens: The Best Gardens to Visit in Japan by Stephen Mansfield

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This book will be useful for people who are planning to visit Japanese gardens in Japan and choose which one will be more convenient and better to visit but do not want to google information. The book is good as a reference book but it is not a source of inspiration.

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Witch Hat Atelier Volume 2 by Kamome Shirahama

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Witch Hat Atelier Volume 2 by Kamome Shirahama

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I'm really enjoying the series. I can't wait to see where we go from here in the next volume.

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My Love Story!! Vol. 1 by Kazune Kawahara

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My Love Story!! Vol. 1 by Kazune Kawahara

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This book series is very nostalgic to me. I'm rereading the series for a readathon, and it's been going good.

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A Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar 日本語基本文法辞典

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A Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar 日本語基本文法辞典

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One of the best books about Japanese grammar! I am very glad that it is available in the online library. I highly recommend to everyone.

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My Love Story!! Vol.3 by Kazune Kawahara

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My Love Story!! Vol.3 by Kazune Kawahara

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My goal is to get through volumes 1-5 before April. I'm really enjoying rereading the series. It's brought back so many memories, but there are some things I don't like, but overall it's been fun.

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My Love Story!! Vol. 4 Book by Kazune Kawahara

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My Love Story!! Vol. 4 Book by Kazune Kawahara

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This volume was okay, I also just started to rewatch the anime this month, and it's been going well. It's been fun rereading the manga and rewatching the anime.

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My Love Story!! Vol. 6  by Kazune Kawahara

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My Love Story!! Vol. 6  by Kazune Kawahara

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I have surpassed my goal of rereading the first 5 volumes of the series before April. It was really fun to reread this series. Rereading it brought back so many memories. Even though I enjoyed rereading it, I don't know yet when I will reread the rest of the series.

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This was a reread, but it was just as good as the first time I read it. Tomie is one of the most popular and loved horror manga of all time and it's for good reason the story is told so well and the art is fantastic.

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learning japanese kanji practice book vol.1

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learning japanese kanji practice book vol.1

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This is a great practice book, it was easy to follow, and it helped me improve writing kanji. I'm happy that JF library has this.

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I really like the premise of the story and the art. I can't wait to read volume 2

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The Book of Yokai: Mysterious Creatures of Japanese Folklore by Michael Dylan Foster

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The Book of Yokai: Mysterious Creatures of Japanese Folklore by Michael Dylan Foster

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This book is certainly not an easy read for one evening, but I recommend it to all lovers of Japanese folklore and fantastic creatures.

The book is divided into two parts: first part is about the history and culture of such a phenomenon as yokai. The second part is a glossary where each creature is described.

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Super entertaining story Kitaro, a little mysterious boy who is as a sort of mediator between humans and the yokai, the mystical creatures of Japan. The stories are short and simple, but almost always have an original plot and good humor.

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I love this manga very much. It has such a nice atmosphere. I want more popular science manga like this.

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Highlight of this volume : Brothers may fight and be competitive but they will always have each others backs. This volume was such a nice reminder of what it means to have siblings. Loved the story, characters and the direction in which the story is heading. Looking forward to reading more of the story!

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Tombs is a great story collection, it's a new favorite for me and it's now my second favorite out of my top 3 Junji Ito manga.

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Learning Japanese Kanji Practice Book Vol.2

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Learning Japanese Kanji Practice Book Vol.2

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This is just as good as the first volume. It was really helpful and easy to use. I'm glad JF digital library has this.

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I have been reading this book series for a book club and I'm glad that the first two volumes were our book club picks for March and I'm also glad that JF digital library has them. I have really been enjoying reading this series. I can't wait to read volume 3, this series is quickly becoming a new favorite for me.

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Writing Japanese katakana by Jim Gleeson

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Writing Japanese katakana by Jim Gleeson

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This was super helpful for me as a beginner. It was super easy to follow and was extremely helpful. I have also used the Hiragana version and it was good too.

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I really enjoyed this volume. I hope I can get to volume 8 or 10 before the end of the year.

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Golden Kamuy  Vol. 1 Book by Satoru Noda

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Golden Kamuy  Vol. 1 Book by Satoru Noda

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At first, I didn't know if I was going to like it or not, but I ended up really enjoying reading it. I'm going to read volume two soon.I also might start watching the anime soon.

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I am loving this series and I also just started watching the anime.

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It wasn't the best to navigate or understand, but it was okay for practice.

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I didn't really like this volume, but I have been enjoying the series so far, so I will read volume 4 to see if it gets better.

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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Volume 01 by Koyoharu Gotouge

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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Volume 01 by Koyoharu Gotouge

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Koyoharu Gotouge is one of the most talented mangakas these days. In the first volume of this story, we are introduced to a world filled with demons. The main character - Tanjiro Kamado lives with his family in a remote village. One day he returns home to find that his family has been killed by demons and his younger sister Nezuko has been turned into a demon. The development of the plot makes the main character feel unusual emotions and experiences. Overall, Demon Slayer is an amazing and entertaining work.

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A small but incredibly charming art book. It will take you an hour to read. A selection of Japanese poetry complemented by works by Japanese artists and all this is about cats. Perhaps this book will be of interest to those who are looking for a selection of poems about cats for some of their needs or just big fans of cats and Japanese poetry.

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After the film "Memoirs of a Geisha" based on the book by Arthur Golden people had even more misconceptions about geishas. To understand who geishas are and dispel most myths and stereotypes, I highly recommend this book, written by one of the most famous geisha of the 20th century Iwasaki Mineko.

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I listened to this book. Partially I liked Fumio Sasaki's thoughts and I admit that there is a rational grain in it. And I’m very glad that the author’s complexes went away along with things. But this won't work for everyone. And with some of his thoughts I totally disagree. A sports car goes faster than a regular one, and the person who bought the sports car wants speed and will drive it on the highways. A favorite item worn for the 100th time gives the same pleasure as the first time. People buy things not only because they want to feel positive emotions (let's take famous collectors, for example). And there may well be a difference between cheap and expensive clothes: local non-mass production, environmentally friendly (or not so harmful), high-quality materials, etc.

The author clearly really wants to be like Steve Jobs. And I couldn’t help but think that he was advertising Apple products to me.

I was amused by the part of the book where the author writes about the fact that back days Japanese people were minimalists: they traveled light, etc. I immediately remembered ukiyo-e where noble men travel to or from Edo with all their belongings. And it’s also funny about two or three kimonos, especially if we remember the Heian period.

Despite some disagreements with the author and annoying advertising of the iPhone, I think that this book can serve as some source of inspiration.

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I decided to read this book because of the curiosity. I read Crime and Punishment, and it is one of my favorite books by Dostoevsky. The manga, of course, conveys the plot, but that’s all. All the depth of the original novel was lost, it turned out to be an adventure-detective manga with a thrilling plot. If you love the work of Osamu Tezuka, read it; if you want to get acquainted with the work of Dostoevsky, it is better to take off the shelf the original novel itself.

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What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki Murakami

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What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki Murakami

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Haruki Murakami, one of my favorite authors, and one of the few with whom you can relax and unwind. Here we read a story that began with running and continues with the beautiful works of Murakami. I cannot convey the atmosphere of the book but each chapter revealed new qualities of the author. Childhood memories, how and under what conditions the first stories were written and then novels. How Murakami felt at a particular race. The author thinks a lot about human personality and the fact that our habits, discipline or lack of it undoubtedly affect us.

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Descending Stories, Volume 1 by Haruko Kumota

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Descending Stories, Volume 1 by Haruko Kumota

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I started reading this manga because I watched the anime and it is so good. This is a wonderful work, this is almost a novel. I highly recommend it to those who are tired of manga about people with superpowers, etc. It also makes you fall in love with rakugo, be careful!

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Japanese Ghost Stories by Lafcadio Hearn

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Japanese Ghost Stories by Lafcadio Hearn

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Do you like spooky stories? Do you love yokai? You need to listen this book. It is a classic.

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This novel opens with Janáček's sinfonietta. It is a bright and dynamic music that intrigues with its diversity. The same can be said about the book. This is intriguing novel that raises complex themes of sectarianism, feminism, the perception of parents by children, violence in families, and most important responsibility in its various forms. Just as the sinfonietta contains folklore motifs, the novel includes elements of magical realism, philosophy and surrealism. This book is about a world where all life guidelines are blurred.

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This manga is Shigeru Mizuki's memoir about his childhood. He befriends an elderly woman who lives nearby, and she tells him stories about yokai and spirits. Shigeru Mizuki would later become famous creator of yokai manga, but despite the presence of the yokai in this manga, it is primarily about small-town life before World War II, childhood, dreams and how they are crushed. His story is tender and touching.

Even if you don't really like manga, try this one.

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"Under the Midnight Sun"      - Keigo Higashino

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"Under the Midnight Sun"      - Keigo Higashino

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This is a very interesting story to read, and once you pick up the book, it has a strong absorbing power, as if you were immediately transported into a movie. It not only shows the end of wrong desires, but also reminds you of the fun of novels.

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"Convenience Store Woman"      - Sayaka Murata 

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"Convenience Store Woman"      - Sayaka Murata 

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It talks about how we live today, pretending to be ‘ordinary humans’ in order to meet the standards for becoming an ‘ordinary human being’. This is a novel written by a writer who has been working part-time at a convenience store for 18 years and reflects his experiences.

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"If Cats Disappeared from the World"                              - Genki Kawamura  

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"If Cats Disappeared from the World"                              - Genki Kawamura  

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"How would my life change if cats disappeared from the world?", "Who would be sad if I disappeared from the world?"

A novel that uses disease and death as its subject matter to reflect on the things that were truly precious during our lives.

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"Kitchen"                            - Banana Yoshimoto          

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"Kitchen"                            - Banana Yoshimoto          

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Although they are the main characters of strange actions that are not commonly seen, the author's writing portrays them in a familiar and warm way. A work that gives us a new look into the world hidden in the cracks of everyday life.

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If you are do not like to read books and prefer comics, read this one. This is a good way to get acquainted with the stories collected by Lafcadio Hearn.

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Junji Ito is one of the classics of modern horror manga. This book is a collection of short stories. They are not connected by plot or characters. Ito is a master to make the most mundane and ordinary things scary and creepy. After reading, it is possible that new phobias will appear :D

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Jujutsu Kaisen, Volume 1 by Gege Akutami

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Jujutsu Kaisen, Volume 1 by Gege Akutami

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Shame, hatred, regret - these and many other human feelings affect creatures that bring death. Yuji Itadori was an ordinary student until one day he and his friends from the Occult Club find the dried finger of Sukuna, King of Curses himself. And from this moment on Yuji’s life is divided into before and after. The manga is very similar to Chainsaw Man, Naruto, Demon Slayer in many ways. The perfect manga for shonen lovers.

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"Snow Country"                     -  Yasunari Kawabata

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"Snow Country"                     -  Yasunari Kawabata

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The beautiful, snow-covered natural scenery is delicately depicted in a unique, sensuous style. On top of that, the finite human existence in contrast to nature is symbolized through the voice of the protagonist's secret consciousness.

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If something strange happens, you need him - the mushi master. He can distinguish fiction from reality and discover mushi. But who are mushi? Where did they come from and where are they going? Are mushi good or evil? I really liked this idea. This is a very interesting look at yokai if they actually existed in our world. The plots in this manga aren't even stories. These are sketches from the lives of people in whose lives mushi appeared. This is a very philosophical manga.

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Before the Coffee gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

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Before the Coffee gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

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Netflix's Midnight Diner vibes, but coffee

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Record of a Night too Brief by Hiromi Kawakami

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Record of a Night too Brief by Hiromi Kawakami

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The first short story for this was such a surreal experience that I don't think I'll ever forget it. It felt like experiencing someone else's half-remembered dream. Genuinely fantastic.

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There's something about this book that so perfectly captures the feeling of longing for a specific time and place that's hard to describe.

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Thanks to the JF, I've found myself reading a lot of these more obscure Tezuka works that are simultaneously brimming with creativity, but also marked with a oddness that I can see why they are, perhaps, less well-known pieces of his oeuvre. And, yet, I'm glad that they're translated and available like this, because it feels like I'm seeing a fuller vision of him as an artist and the things that caught his attention.

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River of Stars Selected Poems of Yosano Akiko translated by Sam Hamill and Keiko Matsui Gibson

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River of Stars Selected Poems of Yosano Akiko translated by Sam Hamill and Keiko Matsui Gibson

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What I found myself intrigued by almost more than the poetry itself was the window to Yosano Akiko as a person presented in the introduction. Such a fascinating life! While her poetry was wistful and beautiful in and of itself, I almost would have preferred to read a biography of her.

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What You Are Looking For Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama

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What You Are Looking For Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama

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Such a curious story. Gentle and reflective, I found myself captivated start to finish.

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Edges of the Rainbow by Michel Delsol and Haruku Shinozaki

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Edges of the Rainbow by Michel Delsol and Haruku Shinozaki

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This was such a vivid and fascinating window into queer life and experiences in Japan. It felt like they'd really connected with a wide variety of stories and people.

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What I found most interesting about this volume was the final author's note from Tezuka himself, reflecting on how he might have preferred if this work was lost to time, that he only felt right releasing this because it was part of a more complete re-release of his works.

I'd agree it's not his best, but it still felt worthwhile to read.