Widely considered to be one of the finest Japanese writers of his generation, Murakami’s name may not be instantly familiar with Western readers, but you’ll no doubt have seen a number of his books on the shelves of your local … Continue reading
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The samurai were a class of military nobility found in Japan who, for over 700 years, fought and served lords who ruled over the country. Despite making up only 10% of Japan’s population the samurai maintained order and are often … Continue reading