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The Mad Kyoto Shoe Swapper and Other Short Stories by Otowa, Rebecca
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- ISBN
- 9784805315514
- Book Title
- Mad Kyoto Shoe Swapper and Other Short Stories
- Publisher
- Tuttle Publishing
- Item Length
- 8 in
- Publication Year
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.8 in
- Genre
- Fiction
- Topic
- Contemporary Women, Short Stories (Single Author), Asian American
- Item Weight
- 11 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.1 in
- Number of Pages
- 160 Pages
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Tuttle Publishing
ISBN-10
4805315512
ISBN-13
9784805315514
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Book Title
Mad Kyoto Shoe Swapper and Other Short Stories
Number of Pages
160 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2020
Topic
Contemporary Women, Short Stories (Single Author), Asian American
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Fiction
Format
Hardcover
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Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
11 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5.1 in
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2022-441246
Reviews
These finely crafted stories, intriguing in themselves, are remarkable for their insights into Japanese culture. These never feel 'forced' but emerge naturally from the narrative, with the reader left to ponder the implications. A true delight in every way! -- John Dougill , author of Kyoto: a Cultural History , Zen Gardens and Temples of Kyoto and founder of Writers in Kyoto , Endurance, duty and obligation are the underpinnings of Japanese society. The very knowledgeable Otowa seasons her tales with these traits to reveal the complexity of Japanese culture, past and present. -- Judith Clancy , author of Exploring Kyoto , Kyoto: City of Zen and Kyoto Gardens , "Families and friendship, marriage and motherhood, ageing and death feature in these engaging and thought-provoking tales by a gifted story-teller and illustrator." -- Dr. Jann Williams , author and editor of Writers In Kyoto Anthology III, "Rebecca Otowa brings touching stories of Japanese life, traditional and modern, and the people who populate them, foreign and Japanese, into our consciousness. Her gift for detail and her observation of the subtle and intricate ways of the Japanese is a treasure. Some of these stories touched me deeply while others still haunt me. This is Otowa at her best, presenting both sides of the same Japanese coin." -- Amy Chavez, Books on Asia, Otowa has woven a series of delightful vignettes of life in Japan, from a true historical story of feuding villages to a man who steals shoes at temples, a traditional sweets store being left behind as the neighbourhood changes over time, a pathological hoarder, and some highlighting the cultural differences between Japanese and American sensibilities, especially for women. -- Ginny Tapley-Takemori , translator of Convenience Store Woman , "...Otowa has faithfully observed and incorporated into her stories the minutiae of life in that country, both ancient and modern...without the air of orientalism and exoticism that can make stories about Japan seem like an appendix to a travel guide....And for those who have not lived in Japan, these bite-sized tales will provide a welcome and refreshing change from over-sentimental accounts of cherry-blossom and geisha, or wide-eyed manga and anime Japanese heroes, while providing glimpses of a country that are rarely experienced by other residents, let alone casual tourists." -- Hugh Ashton , author of Tales of Old Japanese , At the Sharpe End and Leo's Luck, "...beautifully written stories that sharply illuminate aspects of life in Japan with understanding, empathy, and wry humor. Against the backdrop of her own experiences and those of her family, the author uses creative imagination, keen observation and deep compassion to tell stories with heart." -- Juliet Carpenter , translator of A True Novel, ...Otowa has faithfully observed and incorporated into her stories the minutiae of life in that country, both ancient and modern...without the air of orientalism and exoticism that can make stories about Japan seem like an appendix to a travel guide....And for those who have not lived in Japan, these bite-sized tales will provide a welcome and refreshing change from over-sentimental accounts of cherry-blossom and geisha, or wide-eyed manga and anime Japanese heroes, while providing glimpses of a country that are rarely experienced by other residents, let alone casual tourists. -- Hugh Ashton , author of Tales of Old Japanese , At the Sharpe End and Leo's Luck , "These finely crafted stories, intriguing in themselves, are remarkable for their insights into Japanese culture. These never feel 'forced' but emerge naturally from the narrative, with the reader left to ponder the implications. A true delight in every way!" -- John Dougill , author of Kyoto: a Cultural History , Zen Gardens and Temples of Kyoto and founder of Writers in Kyoto, "Rebecca's short stories will stay with you. With a hawk's eye for details and in crisp prose, her stories explore duty, empathy, and despair in Japanese society. She doesn't shy away from her subject matter and her stories ring of truth. Her illustrations are similarly detailed and give the book a charming innocence." -- Stuart Ayre , illustrator of Ein Spaziergang in Japan (A Walk in Japan), " ""...beautifully written stories that sharply illuminate aspects of life in Japan with understanding, empathy, and wry humor. Against the backdrop of her own experiences and those of her family, the author uses creative imagination, keen observation and deep compassion to tell stories with heart."" -- Juliet Carpenter , translator of A True Novel ", ...an eclectic assortment of tales that are likely to entertain and intrigue readers in equal measure. -- The Japan Times, "Endurance, duty and obligation are the underpinnings of Japanese society. The very knowledgeable Otowa seasons her tales with these traits to reveal the complexity of Japanese culture, past and present." -- Judith Clancy , author of Exploring Kyoto , Kyoto: City of Zen and Kyoto Gardens, "Otowa has woven a series of delightful vignettes of life in Japan, from a true historical story of feuding villages to a man who steals shoes at temples, a traditional sweets store being left behind as the neighbourhood changes over time, a pathological hoarder, and some highlighting the cultural differences between Japanese and American sensibilities, especially for women." -- Ginny Tapley-Takemori , translator of Convenience Store Woman, "...promises tales of Japanese experiences from both Japanese and foreign perspectives, and the enticing title suggests these don't dwell too much on the everyday." -- The Japan Times, "...an eclectic assortment of tales that are likely to entertain and intrigue readers in equal measure." -- The Japan Times, The book contains 13 short stories, each tackling a different (and often, difficult) theme so masterfully that you will find yourself unable to put down the book until you've finished the last page. [T]hese are real life-inspired tales that hit deep in the heart for many of us who have called Japan our home over the years. -- Tokyo Weekender , Rebecca's short stories will stay with you. With a hawk's eye for details and in crisp prose, her stories explore duty, empathy, and despair in Japanese society. She doesn't shy away from her subject matter and her stories ring of truth. Her illustrations are similarly detailed and give the book a charming innocence. -- Stuart Ayre , illustrator of Ein Spaziergang in Japan (A Walk in Japan)
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
823/.92
Synopsis
"Otowa has woven a series of delightful vignettes of life in Japan, from a true historical story of feuding villages to a man who steals shoes at temples...and some highlighting the cultural differences between Japanese and American sensibilities, especially for women." -- Ginny Tapley-Takemori, translator of Convenience Store Woman From the unique standpoint of an American woman who married into a Japanese family and has lived in Japan for more than thirty years, Rebecca Otowa weaves enchanting tales of her adopted home that portray the perspective of both the Japanese and the foreigner on the universal issues that face us all--love, work, marriage, death, and family conflict. The collection includes: A Year of Coffee and Cake --A young American wife in the Tokyo suburbs suspects her next-door neighbor of murdering an elderly relative. Rhododendron Valley --An elderly man decides to commit suicide to deal with his terminal illness and to spare his family pain. The Mad Kyoto Shoe Swapper --A reclusive young Japanese man enjoys the strange hobby of stealing shoes from temples, but it gradually consumes him. Genbei's Curse --A downtrodden woman loses her temper with her demanding, sick father-in-law. Years later, old and sick herself, she can now empathize with him. Trial by Fire --A true story passed down through the author's family of a gruesome trial to settle a land dispute in 1619. Love and Duty --The Japanese custom of "duty chocolates" (chocolates gifted by women to men on Valentine's Day) has repercussions for an American and a Japanese woman. Uncle Trash --Told in the form of newspaper articles, this is the story of an old man, his hoarding addiction, the annoyance it brings his family, and his eventual revenge. Watch Again --A man starts stalking his ex-wife and learns something about himself in the process. Three Village Stories --A tea ceremony teacher, a vengeful son, and an old man ostracized by his community are the protagonists in three vignettes of village life. The Rescuer --After meeting his death in a train accident, a young man finds himself in the position of rescuing others from the same fate. Showa Girl --Based on a true story from the author's family, a girl of fifteen has an arranged marriage with an older man just back from a POW camp in Russia in 1948. Rachel and Leah --An older American woman reflects on her long and not always happy marriage to a Japanese man. The Turtle Stone --Going from the 1950s to the present, this is the story of one man's efforts to keep the family cake shop alive in a Kyoto that is constantly modernizing. Illustrated throughout with the author's own black-and-white drawings, this captivating volume offers a unique and lovingly rendered insight into everyday life in modern Japan., From the unique standpoint of an American woman who married into a Japanese family and has lived in Japan for more than thirty years, Rebecca Otowa weaves enchanting tales of her adopted home that portray the perspective of both the Japanese and the foreigner on the universal issues that face us all-love, work, marriage, death, and family conflict. The collection includes: A Year of Coffee and Cake A young American wife in the Tokyo suburbs suspects her next-door neighbor of murdering an elderly relative. Rhododendron Valley An elderly man decides to commit suicide to deal with his terminal illness and to spare his family pain. The Mad Kyoto Shoe Swapper A reclusive young Japanese man enjoys the strange hobby of stealing shoes from temples, but it gradually consumes him. Genbei's Curse A downtrodden woman loses her temper with her demanding, sick father-in-law. Years later, old and sick herself, she can now empathize with him. Trial by Fire A true story passed down through the author's family of a gruesome trial to settle a land dispute in 1619. Love and Duty The Japanese custom of "duty chocolates" (chocolates gifted by women to men on Valentine's Day) has repercussions for an American and a Japanese woman. Uncle Trash Told in the form of newspaper articles, this is the story of an old man, his hoarding addiction, the annoyance it brings his family, and his eventual revenge. Illustrated throughout with the author's own black-and-white drawings, this captivating volume offers a unique and lovingly rendered insight into everyday life in modern Japan. 'Otowa has woven a series of delightful vignettes of life in Japan, from a true historical story of feuding villages to a man who steals shoes at temples...and some highlighting the cultural differences between Japanese and American sensibilities, especially for women.' -- Ginny Tapley-Takemori, translator of Convenience Store Woman '...an eclectic assortment of tales that are likely to entertain and intrigue readers in equal measure.' -- The Japan Times 'These finely crafted stories, intriguing in themselves, are remarkable for their insights into Japanese culture. These never feel 'forced' but emerge naturally from the narrative, with the reader left to ponder the implications. A true delight in every way!' -- John Dougill , author of Kyoto: a Cultural History , Zen Gardens and Temples of Kyoto and founder of Writers in Kyoto 'Families and friendship, marriage and motherhood, ageing and death feature in these engaging and thought-provoking tales by a gifted story-teller and illustrator.' -- Dr. Jann Williams , author and editor of Writers In Kyoto Anthology III, "Otowa has woven a series of delightful vignettes of life in Japan, from a true historical story of feuding villages to a man who steals shoes at temples...and some highlighting the cultural differences between Japanese and American sensibilities, especially for women." Ginny Tapley-Takemori, translator of Convenience Store Woman From the unique standpoint of an American woman who married into a Japanese family and has lived in Japan for more than thirty years, Rebecca Otowa weaves enchanting tales of her adopted home that portray the perspective of both the Japanese and the foreigner on the universal issues that face us all--love, work, marriage, death, and family conflict. The collection includes: A Year of Coffee and Cake --A young American wife in the Tokyo suburbs suspects her next-door neighbor of murdering an elderly relative. Rhododendron Valley --An elderly man decides to commit suicide to deal with his terminal illness and to spare his family pain. The Mad Kyoto Shoe Swapper --A reclusive young Japanese man enjoys the strange hobby of stealing shoes from temples, but it gradually consumes him. Genbei's Curse --A downtrodden woman loses her temper with her demanding, sick father-in-law. Years later, old and sick herself, she can now empathize with him. Trial by Fire --A true story passed down through the author's family of a gruesome trial to settle a land dispute in 1619. Love and Duty --The Japanese custom of "duty chocolates" (chocolates gifted by women to men on Valentine's Day) has repercussions for an American and a Japanese woman. Uncle Trash --Told in the form of newspaper articles, this is the story of an old man, his hoarding addiction, the annoyance it brings his family, and his eventual revenge. Watch Again --A man starts stalking his ex-wife and learns something about himself in the process. Three Village Stories --A tea ceremony teacher, a vengeful son, and an old man ostracized by his community are the protagonists in three vignettes of village life. The Rescuer --After meeting his death in a train accident, a young man finds himself in the position of rescuing others from the same fate. Showa Girl --Based on a true story from the author's family, a girl of fifteen has an arranged marriage with an older man just back from a POW camp in Russia in 1948. Rachel and Leah --An older American woman reflects on her long and not always happy marriage to a Japanese man. The Turtle Stone --Going from the 1950s to the present, this is the story of one man's efforts to keep the family cake shop alive in a Kyoto that is constantly modernizing. Illustrated throughout with the author's own black-and-white drawings, this captivating volume offers a unique and lovingly rendered insight into everyday life in modern Japan., From the unique standpoint of an American woman who married into a Japanese family and has lived in Japan for more than thirty years, Rebecca Otowa weaves enchanting tales of her adopted home that portray the perspective of both the Japanese and the foreigner on the universal issues that face us all-love, work, marriage, death, and family conflict. The collection includes: A Year of Coffee and Cake A young American wife in the Tokyo suburbs suspects her next-door neighbor of murdering an elderly relative. Rhododendron Valley An elderly man decides to commit suicide to deal with his terminal illness and to spare his family pain. The Mad Kyoto Shoe Swapper A reclusive young Japanese man enjoys the strange hobby of stealing shoes from temples, but it gradually consumes him. Genbei's Curse A downtrodden woman loses her temper with her demanding, sick father-in-law. Years later, old and sick herself, she can now empathize with him. Trial by Fire A true story passed down through the author's family of a gruesome trial to settle a land dispute in 1619. Love and Duty The Japanese custom of "duty chocolates" (chocolates gifted by women to men on Valentine's Day) has repercussions for an American and a Japanese woman. Uncle Trash Told in the form of newspaper articles, this is the story of an old man, his hoarding addiction, the annoyance it brings his family, and his eventual revenge. Illustrated throughout with the author's own black-and-white drawings, this captivating volume offers a unique and lovingly rendered insight into everyday life in modern Japan.
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