Great Japanese Stories

This hand-picked selection from The Penguin Book of Japanese Short Stories celebrates the best literature to emerge from Japan since the twentieth century.

From a surreal fairy tale to a heart-rending evocation of the aftermath of the atomic bomb, this vibrant collection provides unique cultural insight and literary inspiration for language learners.

Includes works from beloved authors such as Akutagawa Ryunosuke, Haruki Murakami and more.