The Best Japanese Short Stories: Works by 14 Modern Masters: Kawabata, Akutagawa and More

The Best Japanese Short Stories is a groundbreaking anthology that showcases the works of 14 renowned and emerging Japanese writers, including three notable women authors whose works have been overlooked until now.

This comprehensive collection offers a glimpse into Japan's changing social landscapes through bittersweet portraits of privileged families, heartening celebrations of postwar chaos, unabashed explorations of female sexuality, and chilling assessments of alienation and social dislocation.

With brilliant translations by Lane Dunlop, this anthology provides fascinating insights into a society embracing change while holding tenaciously onto the past.

Whether you're a fan of Japanese literature or simply looking for thought-provoking stories that will leave you with a lasting impression, The Best Japanese Short Stories is an essential read.