Pathway to Japanese Literature
Discover Japan's stories—across time, across language.
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| Original Title | 道づれ |
|---|---|
| Author | 宮本 百合子 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Female Author |
| Summary | As 1920s Tokyo pulses with intellectual fervor and societal upheaval, diverse lives converge under the banner of a new era. Young idealists like Shigeyoshi passionately debate literature's role in social change, while students like Haruko question their path, seeking a deeper truth beyond academia. In a world of stark contrasts, Miho Takahama, a diligent department store clerk, meticulously navigates her days, her quiet aspirations slowly simmering beneath the surface. Yet, a visit to a colleague's impoverished home violently shatters her composure, exposing the raw shame and hidden struggles of a society grappling with its own identity. From high-minded discourse to the raw grit of everyday existence, how will these 'fellow travelers' navigate a world demanding radical transformation, and what sacrifices will be made along the way? |
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