Some thoughts on why we study foreign languages that are both difficult and exciting, likeJapanese. It is like a riddle. A video game. Jumping over obstacles, passing levels. Gettingto know a new culture. Understanding its past. English edition: Kathelijne Bonne Why I am doing this The other day in class we were wondering why one would study Japanese, such a … [Leer más...] acerca de Why I’m learning Japanese
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Tettyo Saito: a conversation with the first Japanese writer who writes in Romanian
English edition: Kathelijne BonneToday I bring a special entry. I spoke to Tettyo Saito, the first Japanese writer to write and publish in Romanian. What was going to be a short article about this writer’s life, turned into a long reflectionbetween two people communicating virtually. We talked about literature, technology, post-work, literary circles and the mechanisms of new … [Leer más...] acerca de Tettyo Saito: a conversation with the first Japanese writer who writes in Romanian
Japan and capitalist realism
There are still spaces at the periphery of the market where the worth of things cannot be measured. What is the park worth? Or the temple or the library? That is what I am talking about today and how capitalist realism, as defined by Mark Fisher, seems to be the only alternative in Japan. Spanish edition by: Kathelijne Bonne. Spaces of consumption and spaces of … [Leer más...] acerca de Japan and capitalist realism
Why I hate summer
Exaggerated as this shocking title may sound, this post is all about explaining and nuancing it. To do so, we’ll talk about literature, memory and enthusiasm for things. All infused by summery vibes. Enjoy. English edition by Kathelijne Bonne. The obligation to be happy in summer There is a kind of uneasiness that governs the summer season. It feels like an inkling in … [Leer más...] acerca de Why I hate summer
Kicked out for not speaking Japanese
As a result of a small incident in Ginza where a man did not let me sit down to eat for not speaking Japanese, I reflect and learn from a society that isn’t like any other. Edited by Kathelijne Bonne. Japan efficiency A similar situation happens several days before. I am on the phone with a salesperson from the Internet provider. I am a potential customer. On the … [Leer más...] acerca de Kicked out for not speaking Japanese
