Japan
Japanese atomic bomb survivor Jiro Hamasumi: ‘Nuclear weapons must not coexist with humanity’

Japanese atomic bomb survivor Jiro Hamasumi: ‘Nuclear weapons must not coexist with humanity’
Nihon Hidankyo was formed in 1956 and is made up of survivors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki to campaign for nuclear disarmament
Hunchback by Saou Ichikawa review – a remarkable and original study of yearning

Hunchback by Saou Ichikawa review – a remarkable and original study of yearning
A funny and touching commentary on bodies which won the prestigious Akutagawa Prize in 2023
Top 5 novels from Japan, chosen by Nick Bradley

Top 5 novels from Japan, chosen by Nick Bradley
The translator, teacher and author selects five great Japanese works of fiction