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Kokoro by Natsume Soseki | A Japanese Classic

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@sourpatchghoul 4 года назад

me, opening the video: oh my god her outfit is great you: starts immedately talking about your clothes me: taking notes

@carterfrvr 4 года назад

Yes- I am so glad she mentioned the flamingos! I cannot find the flamingo collar on the U.S. web.

@nospock 4 года назад

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Ah thank you so much, that so kind of you to say!!! I'm happy you found me too!! 🤗🤗🥰🥰

@OnceABlueMoon90 4 года назад

Same here!

@hannahchestnut5274 4 года назад

me too! your videos are really thought provoking and you cover such a wide array of literature as well as lit history of different cultures and places! easily the most engaging booktuber ive ever watched

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

hannah chestnut why thank you!! I’m so flattered!! 🥰✨

@guppy8073 4 года назад

You’re such an inspiration!! You have the intellectual energy that I aspire to gain.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

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@guppy8073 4 года назад

Aah, no problem!! One question: are you in uni, and if you are, what are you studying? I’d love to explore a literature major that is diverse and doesn’t just stick to the western canon.

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

@@guppy8073 Yeah that's right, literature just has always been a passion of mine :D Doing research is just super cathartic for me hahah

@ileanaaaaa 4 года назад

I’m so glad I found your channel! I feel like every time that a booktuber talks about classics they talk about the same ones or the same authors again and again... I’m finding so much new material to read with you that I am so excited!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Well I'm glad I have been able to introduce you to some new classics!! :D

@MariannaInari 4 года назад

From a Japanese studies researcher, thank you, excellent review!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Thank you!! That is greatly appreciated :D

@chiharo8468 4 года назад

I remember asking my Japanese friend who was doing Japanese Literature at the time about a Japanese classics recommendation, and she insisted that I read one author (Natsume Soseki). But I forgot to keep a note of the name and over time I have forgotten what the name was. I could not go back to the conversation because it was deleted and felt ashamed to ask my friend again because I thought it would've seemed as if I was neglectful (I was only being overdramatic though, she would not mind). I only remember fragments of the name. Now I remember. Finally!! Because of your video. It was Natsume Soseki. Thank you for uploading!! I love Japanese classics.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Oh dearie! What a coincidence! I hope you find a chance to read his work, it's so good!! :D

@sabrinasiegan8323 4 года назад

Always serving looks oh my! 🥺 this just makes the content skyrocket (I adore the flamingos)

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Why thank you very much!! Flamingos are super cute! 🦩🥰

@pancakeofdestiny 4 года назад

Natsume Souseki: is born Meiji Restoration: *I'm about to end this man's whole career*

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

lol 😂 you could even say ‘I’m about to elevate this man’s career so he’ll become the very best, like no one ever was’ 🤓

@pancakeofdestiny 4 года назад

@@TheArtisanGeek also valid!

@Justme_247 4 года назад

I am in awe of you. Just an amazing person.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

That is so kind of you to say -- thank you very much!!

@Tyler-cm6vk 3 года назад

I have lived my entire life in Japan, but I was never into reading before until I started reading books in English. When I read Kokoro, (I tried reading it in Japanese but the old writing style was a little too difficult for me as a teenager) I was so intrigued because I had never read a book that was more Japanese than this. It captured the environment of my life here so it was emotionally gripping for me. I had a hard time reading the last ten pages since I felt something that I cannot describe.

@lizmilktea9555 4 года назад

I loved this entire video. The history lesson and the excerpt from one of Soseki’s lectures brought a great layer to the video. I read the novel for a class with Japanese students while I was in Japan. As a 21st Century westerner, it was really difficult to get past the way women are viewed in the novel. However, I loved how full of life the narrator is. One of the ladies in my class who studied Japanese Classics made a theory that Sensei’s wife was actually manipulating the plot! I wish I still had her paper because it blew my mind!

@evam6961 4 года назад

When i was in Tokyo couple of years ago i read some of the modern japanese books and i remember wanting to check this classic out but i didn't have the time and i forgot about it until now so thank you! Also that outfit is adorable

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Oh great! I'm happy I could remind you of it!! And thank you so much!! 😊✨✨

@Zeynep-rx3vy 3 года назад

Just finished the book... and it definitely broke my heart.

@RGsDevilship 4 года назад

I absolutely adore your approach to reviews, so thorough and informative. Natsume Soseki has been an author I've been planning to read for a while, so I'm excited now to finally read his work after hearing your thoughts.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Thank you very much!! And I’m so excited to hear you’ll be reading him!!🤗✨

@natsumisuemura1059 Год назад

Kokoro is the most favorite novel. We Japanese learned it a bit in junior high or high school but only few people read this entire story, I guess. It’s so impressive to know that this one of the greatest Japanese literature is read in another country and describe clearly like you did. I’m so lucky to find this channel!

@margaretkopretina 4 года назад

Thanks for showing your outfit! So cute and I love your hairstyle too

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

My pleasure and thank you so much!! :D

@Nkanyiso_K 4 года назад

I love this channel I’m so thankful to have spaces for seeking out interesting literature and sharing this with friends

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

thank you very much!! I’m very glad to hear that!!🤗✨

@shreyabooked9309 4 года назад

Such great reviews! You're a Booktube treasure. ❤️❤️❤️

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

thank you!!🥰✨ xx

@idontplayislay9439 3 года назад

The best Natsume Souseki's Kokoro book review to EVER exist!

@kosanarmax4158 4 года назад

I love your style. Love your dives into classics as well

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Thank you!! 😊 ✨

@juliaisagoodwitch 4 года назад

I love the way you do reviews and your voice is so calming. I am excited to see your new bookshelves! 💚

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

thank you!! I’m excited as well!!🤗✨✨

@koojisaito Месяц назад

That was a fantastic review. I’ve just read Kokoro and your insights have definetely made me appreciate it even more!

@taneasheils6597 4 года назад

You are so informative.... I really ejoy watching your videos I am feeling very blessed for learning with you, thank you for sharing

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

oh wow that’s so sweet of you to say! I’m very glad that we can all learn together as well!! Thank you so much for watching 🤗✨

@FATIMAPECHI 4 года назад

I loved your review as well as all the background information on Japanese history. Thank you for this!!! I will definitely take note of this title!!!!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

my pleasure! I’m very happy to hear that :)

@melissateodola1887 4 года назад

I will read it. I've been interested in learning about Japanese history and started reading a few history books about Japan. This seems like it will teach me much more.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Great to hear! Besides it being a stellar read, it's very insightful -- I hope you will enjoy it :)

@tah385 4 года назад

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

ah thank you!!! :)

@hafsareads4202 4 года назад

Thank you so much for this review. It was so fun to watch! I can also see a lot of research went into this video. I appreciate the cultural and historical context given and will keep all of these points in mind when reading this book!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

yay I’m so glad to hear that the video was informative for you!! I hope you’ll enjoy the book just as much as I did!! 🤗✨

@Katie-ug3ep 4 года назад

You have the cutest wardrobe! Love it!! 😍 Also love how much work you put into all your videos, ive learned something new in every one. So glad I found your channel!!!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Ah thank you so much!! 🥰 I'm so happy to hear that you've learnt new things watching me -- sharing knowledge is something I have always been passionate about! 🤗✨

@kylecpayen3789 4 года назад

One of my favorite animes of all time is Samurai Champloo and it also takes place during the Edo period. I’m excited to add Kokoro to my reading list and learn more about Japan. Thank you for this! By far my new favorite RU-vidr!! 💛

@nanachii9532 Год назад

I'm so glad I found your chanel. You've probably heard this a ton but your voice and accent is so soothing and nice to listen to. For the book, I loved it. I didn't know that it was popular (and the best selling novel in Japan) since I just came across it at the back of my university library. You're insights are really great and informative as well (the economic background especially). I agree with how "romantic" the relationship seemed at first with sensei and the narrator lol I almost thought it was BL.

@KamisKorner 4 года назад

I ain't gonna lie, I could listen to you talk about any books BUT your wardrobe is ADORABLE!! You have to be the absolute cutest person on my RU-vid feed! That paired with your radiant positive attitude is Perfection! I adore you!!

@Missfrankiecat 4 года назад

I love your style and you never wear the same outfit twice!

@afrugallittlelife 4 года назад

That collar 😍😍😍 You’re style is so adorable, I absolutely love it 💕 I’m very glad I found your channel, I love how informative and very well thought out your videos are. One of my reading goals this year is to expand my classics reading and your channel is helping me do just that 💕 Thank you ☺️🌻

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

wow that’s so kind of you to say!! thank you very much! I’m so happy I could help you on your journey of reading classics - what a lovely thing to hear - thank you!!💕✨

@kuvira44 4 года назад

I love you videos 😊 makes me want to read more !!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Thank you very much! I'm so happy to hear that!! 🤗✨

@hadia9 Год назад

reading this classic was a sublime experience for me. I finished it a few days ago and have not stopped thinking about it. Your articulate review really does justice to this masterpiece!

@Nerukenshi1233 2 года назад

そのビデオはありがとうございます！日本語の勉強しますため「こころ」を読んていります。その本は面白そうですね。

@fatmaalobaid1843 Год назад

I loved the novel & your video, was really amazing, I like also your point of view & appreciate your search, thanks a lot for sharing it.

@slvielisabetarson7510 4 года назад

okay, i'm sold, gonna check out "I am a Cat". Thank you thank you

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

My absolute pleasure!! :D

@slvielisabetarson7510 4 года назад

@@TheArtisanGeek Ps. i saw in the comment-section that you like Japanese horror. Check out "Kwaidan" an epic made by Masaki Kobayashi. It's a must.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Sølvi Elisabetarson oh thank you very much, will definitely have to take a look into that!

@BuffytheRealSlayer 4 года назад

I am SO glad your channel was recommended to me by RU-vid. I love your personality and I have already picked up a few of the books you mentioned in your Black Classics videos, so thank you for suggesting them. ❤

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

aah thank you very much!! I’m glad you found me - I’m glad I could add some interesting books to your TBR 🥰✨

@jennifer17kingston 4 года назад

You have such a wonderful spirit, your videos make me so happy! I’ve only followed since yesterday and watched almost all of them 🤗

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

ooh wow oh my gosh!! thank you so much!! I’m so happy to hear that! 🤗✨✨✨

@alisonj.4741 2 года назад

I am a literature teacher in the US, and I love your videos--your recommendations and analyses are so thoughtful. Thank you for your hard work.

@mindysbookjourney 4 года назад

Super cute outfit! I loved hearing about this classic.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Thank you very much!! I'm very happy to hear that!! :D

@maryap8821 4 года назад

Your videos are honestly the best on booktube! You're amazing!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Why thank you! I am extremely flattered!!

@victoriatran4063 4 года назад

I love the flamingos!!! Also will definitely check out this classic!

@julieannefowler5768 4 года назад

It was a sheer delight to watch and listen to your speak about Kokoro. The enthusiasm you have for this book has firmly added it to my 'to read' list. I really enjoyed the energy you have, just being you. Thank you for sharing this book.

@isabelleosborne3864 4 года назад

Love your videos! Really inspiring and interesting. Also, love the collar on your shirt! X

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

ah thank you very much!! xx

@TheFran2555 4 года назад

Your outfit is so cute 😍😍😍 I trying to read more classics

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

thank you so much! xx

@lyddie465 4 года назад

such a detailed, thoughtful response. thanks seji! congrats on your new bookcases.

@inthebooknook6495 4 года назад

Omg I literally messaged you the outfit game is killing it and I didn’t know you share your outfit in this video. You have blessed us.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

hahaha yeah I figured it would be a nice touch to the video ;P

@heyimsasa 4 года назад

aaaaaaah, your style is adorable 😊💖 also thanks for this video ^^ very informative.

@CaethesFaron 4 года назад

Love your style! I really like how you give so much history and context. It's very interesting.

@eatfruitsalad345 2 года назад

i appreciate your video on this -- was looking to read some soseki and you totally sold me on reading this book. i finished it in a single sitting! fascinating stuff, going to read more of his works :)

@outi3852 4 года назад

Interesting video (=another book added to my TBR) & super cute outfit that suits you very well 😊

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Yay! Very happy to hear that -- and thank you so very much! :D

@mslaureenslibrary 4 года назад

I'm new to your channel. I really enjoyed the historical context. Thank you for some original content. I will be adding this to my TBR.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

It’s my absolute pleasure!! thank you very much for watching :)

@milesharrison74 3 года назад

I think the loneliness that sensei describes becomes clear in the second part. There's this issue between family piety and individualism where even his familial duties conflict with his families desire for him to be successful which also conflicts with his desire to simply figure things out for himself. This conflict confines the narrator when he's with his parents which makes him miss sensei. He has no one to be honest with.

@ThePrinkB 4 года назад

Thank you for sharing all the information along with the book passages. 💕 You're gonna make me add so many more to my TBR. 😅

@eve3275 4 года назад

Loved this novel! Read it a few years ago and it was one of the first Japanese novels I read. Thank you for giving some extra perspective! Made me see Natsume Soseki’s works differently :)

@Lynn-CA 4 года назад

You must have some kind of magic power! For most of the videos you post, from the title I think I won't be interested. However each time I find them fascinating. You educate alongside making me smile and laugh every time. Thank you :)

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Hahah lol, well I'm happy to hear that you find them enjoyable -- hope you have great day and thank you for watching :)

@catt5705 4 года назад

I am so early! Your skirt looks very nice!

@sarsarthedinosaur9618 4 года назад

I'm so happy you mentioned Soseki Project at the end! My Japanese reading level is pretty low, but the audio that goes with it seems very helpful. I loved Kokoro so much --it also really piqued my interest in this time period of Japanese history. I've been enjoying your Japanese literature content so much, your thoughtful details about the surrounding history and culture are great to listen to. Maybe I can recommend Fumiko Enchi and Yūko Tsushima as two great women Japanese writers if you haven't read them and they seem interesting to you. I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on them as well ^.^

@thomasdaka9920 3 года назад

You fuel my love for reading. You have my subscription.

@Yelpopr777 3 года назад

Your voice is so relaxing, it's like ASMR haha

@bunstiftno1 4 года назад

hey :) first of all, I totally like your outfit /style! it's so cute! + I love flamingos, they are my favorite animals, so that is also a plus :D I am really interested in Japanese and Asian literature in general. I also studied Korean studies at university, so there are often crossovers to Japan naturally 😊 Thank you for recommending the book and providing so much information surrounding it! I agree that context is so important, when it comes to fully enjoying a classic like that. I have never read anything from Natsume Soseki before, but now I really want to check him out! The 'I am a cat' novel also sounds really interesting! Also thank you for linking the Soseki project, I will go and check it out now! 😌

@katiejlumsden 4 года назад

I enjoyed Botchan so great to hear more about his works!

@bellecanread 4 года назад

your outfit is so cute as usual! the flamingo collars 👌🏽. i loved hearing your interpretations of the book and all of the quotes you shared - the book sounds so good! i can’t wait to see your new bookcases haha 😂

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Ah thank you so much!! 😊✨✨ And yeah me too hahah, my room at this point was starting to become uninhabitable -- books strewn everywhere lmao 😂

@mei4755 3 года назад

just ordered this and i can't wait to read it!! i adore the way you speak so much

@TheArtisanGeek 3 года назад

Thank you very much!! I hope you'll enjoy the book! :D

@maryjohnson6296 4 года назад

I didn't really think about how much I was limiting myself when I made it a goal to read more classics and focused on books commonly read in American high schools. Watching your videos these last couple weeks I am excited to create a TBR list of classics to read that transcends popular United States and British authors.

@tondotkats 4 года назад

oh man, now i have to reread kokoro because apparently i've forgotten everything about it and your reviews always make me want to read all the books 😊 also, that collar is everything! and that website sounds amazing. will definitely be checking it out

@TheBookFinch 4 года назад

Omg, that flamingo collar is stunning!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Thank you! It's my favourite collar :D

@chastity6062 4 года назад

Thank you for the content you make. Your videos are so genuine and enjoyable. It's clear that you work hard on them. I hope you're resting as well creating all of these videos. Can't wait to read this book someday.

@lisak2718 4 года назад

thank you so much for you video! ive read kokoro last year and really loved it, so seeing you reviewing this book made me especially glad. i love that you gave biographical and cultural insight, your research is so amazing and helpful! also thank you for all the links in the description and all the hard work you putting in your videos!

@fridahshonko581 Год назад

The summary of kokoro you've just done it well and made me understand it moree❤

@TheArtisanGeek Год назад

Glad to hear it! :D

@borikenhazel 4 года назад

Excuse me but this is the most informative and fun book related video I've ever watched. I love learning about history, so I was excited when you started to speak about the historical context regarding Japan. I really enjoyed your explanation. I've always been interested in reading more classics from people around the world, and you've successfully convinced me to add this to my list. (Also, I love your outfit. 🤍)

@emilyr8668 4 года назад

this book sounds so touching and i have so much time coming up soon to read so im going to get it!!!! im so glad i came across this video

@spiritingaway 4 года назад

Your style is so cute!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Thank you very much!! :D

@ajkity 4 года назад

I just love your energy and your hair! I'm a new subbie!

@hannahjcattanach3324 4 года назад

Such a great video! I can't believe the amazing depths you went to to research and understand the context in which the book was written

@wisewillow5731 2 года назад

What a delightful find you have been!! New sub for sure xx

@RedMei126 4 года назад

I found your channel and have fallen in love with it. You’re so adorbs! Love the flamingo collar. I’ll be placing this book on my Pinterest book list.

@Pianofurte 4 года назад

Thank you for such an enjoyable video! Kokoro is one of my favourite Japanese classics and I was intrigued to hear you recite portions of the translated text as I read it in Japanese and always wondered how it reads in English. I think this book really expresses the Japanese psyche well, which of course still exists as the undercurrent to modern-day Japanese society. I always recommend this book to anyone who asks about Japanese literature or culture 😊

@nathaliapanesi3474 4 года назад

Love japanese authors, but usually I read the modern ones like Murakami, Hiromi Kawakami, Banana Yoshimoto and Sayaka Murata. Oh and I also read lots of mangas. Everytime I think about reading some jp classics they seem to be about older man lusting after young girls or married people having affairs, so I never get to them. But I hope to try I am a cat soon. Great video (and lovely outfit)

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Oh I didn't know that! I have read three modern classics so far and all were not about that haha 😂 Also I love Sayaka Murata's work! Her upcoming novel Earthlings is really good (but also really strange and at times uncomfortable lol)

@nathaliapanesi3474 4 года назад

@@TheArtisanGeek guess it's just an impression then. here in brazil I always look at Yasunari Kawabata's books and they seem all about love affairs... also Junichiro Tanizaki. But I'll look harder and stop judging lol

@ingwerschwensen8115 4 года назад

This had been sitting on my Watch later list for weeks now! And I did this, watched that, thought Oh, not right now, at least had me a Kurosawa week instead (that was good), even watched other content by you (also good, what's more, I got to see your "Grew some" and was very impressed, and very moved). Am I glad that somehow seemingly missing piece finally fell into place because I just had a highly enjoyable, intellectually stimulating viewing experience due to your very good review. Thanks.

@lauramartinezbelli6947 3 года назад

Great research and you are so charming. Thank you very much. Greetings from Madrid, Spain.

@GraceSutachan 4 года назад

Hi! I don't know much about booktube but I haven't seen many channels discussing classics. I'm glad I found yours :) Also I love your sense of style.

@nieneinei 6 месяцев назад

masterpiece for sure

@lindanesi2431 4 года назад

Your voice and tone is so relaxing! It’s like asmr. I also love the way you go in depth with your reviews❤️ so glad i found your channel

@joellareads3970 4 года назад

I love clothes please continue to talk about your out fits and style!!✨ I like that addition to the vid, felt more personal for some reason 😂

@sasha7628 4 года назад

thank you for your review! i've been meaning to reading Kokoro for ages and i hope to get to it soon. I love that you provided the author's biography and broader historical context of that time. Love your review (and your outfit, it's very cute!)

@michellendem 4 года назад

Wow, I can’t believe it took me this long to discover this channel! Your review is so interesting, combined with historical context is like watching a modern documentary. Have you ever read Donald Keene criticisms of Japanese authors? I think you’d like his work

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Why thank you very much!! I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed it :) Oh I have only read some of his translations, but I will make sure to have a look a that -- thank you very much!

@kumaridesilva3992 2 года назад

This is a very excellent review because of your research and care. So many people who do book reviews on RU-vid just say things like "I liked the book/I didn't like the book." Thank you very much.

@wickerlibrary 4 года назад

ugh your outfit is so lovely how dare you look so beautiful and put together while i watch you on my bed, late in the afternoon, still in my pajamas from a week ago :/

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

hahahh thank you!!🥰✨ RU-vid is the only reason now for me to dress up 😂😂

@wickerlibrary 4 года назад

The Artisan Geek lol that’s valid xD

@rogston39 4 года назад

Wonderful !! You are a lovely mix of intellectual integrity and curiousity......and slightly wacky/zany humour!

@albertobozzetto8939 4 года назад

Wow, good job, thanks so much, AG.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

Thank you very much -- it's my pleasure :D

@aspiritwind 4 года назад

❤❤ Interesting review of another unknown (to me) classic book. Congrats on the new shelves. Hopefully you enjoy them and the additional space they will provide.

@afternoonliterature9098 4 года назад

Some time ago, a friend sent me Kokoro with no explanation. I read it with no research or knowledge, and so I feel my opinion is definitely surface level (as you describe), but I enjoyed this immensely. It was a really compelling and emotional read that drew me in. I found aspects of it heartbreaking and definitely saw the pull between different cultures. I really want to read more, so I definitely need to pick up another Soseki. I’m eager to find out more writers like Soseki though! Need to research and expand my view. Thank you so much for this video! So informative and interesting. Finally great to hear someone else talking about this.

@Jonathan-dm3pt 4 года назад

This video was brilliant, I thoroughly enjoyed it. I've been wanting to get into Japanese fiction, I will check this one out. Looking forward to future videos, thank you!

@elenathegreat 4 года назад

your fashion game is always so strong! the flamingo collar ahhh. i've been familiar with kokoro but honestly didn't know a lot about the plot. excited to check out this classic!

@m.pallen5494 4 года назад

Every book review of yours makes me want to go out and buy it right away. I've only just found your channel and I'm stuck now 😭😭❤

@apocalypsereading7117 4 года назад

this was great! so happy to find a reviewer who does classics written in languages other than English. Akutagawa is one of my favourites so if you haven't already I hope you get a chance to check him out =]

@TheArtisanGeek 4 года назад

I'm very happy to hear that -- thank you very much!! :) And yeah I've actually read a chunk of Rashoumon and 17 other stories, really enjoyed it! At the moment In a Bamboo Grove is my favourite story :D

@apocalypsereading7117 4 года назад

@@TheArtisanGeek yay! I think my favourite was Diary of a Stupid Man, but In a Bamboo Grove is fantastic - have you seen the Kurosawa film?