# Event Details - **Event Name**: Japanese Literature Book Club - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 10:15 am – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 11:15 am (-10:00) - **Event Description**: Inspired by our love of all things Japan, the Japanese Literature Book Club is your chance to dive deeper into Japanese literature.About this EventLed by Hilson Reidpath, a Professor in the Japanese Literature department at UH Mānoa, discussions will explore writings from classics to contemporary works through the lens of culture and translation. The club meets at da Shop every other month. Participants are to read the English translation of the selected book; reading the Japanese language edition is not required, but you are welcome to do so if you wish.This month's book is , by Fumiko Enchi. A stunning and understated debut novel of seduction and infidelity.Following the devastating death of her son, Mieko Toganō takes an increasing interest in the personal affairs of her widowed daughter-in-law, Yasuko. She skillfully manipulates the relationships between Yasuko and the two men who are in love with her, encouraging a dalliance that will have terrible consequences. Meanwhile, hidden in the shadows, is Mieko’s mentally-handicapped daughter, who has her own role to play in her mother’s bizarre schemes.Buy the book!Parking:Parking is conveniently across the street in two Kaimukī municipal lots. There is also street parking around the neighborhood. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/honolulu/japanese-literature-book-club/100001998995020919 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: da Shop: books + curiosities - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Honolulu - **state**: HI - **country**: United States - **location**: da Shop: books + curiosities - **lat**: 21.280966 - **long**: -157.800409 - **full address**: da Shop: books + curiosities, 3565 Harding Avenue, Honolulu, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Japanese Literature Book Club - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/d083aa340958060bf9897f33b2fb4b6ea8c4cd299701b33a7f28b41f9528054c-rimg-w1200-h675-dcb8a8a8-gmir.jpg?v=1787842823 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Japanese Literature Book Club being held? - **A:** Japanese Literature Book Club takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 10:15 am to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 11:15 am at da Shop: books + curiosities, 3565 Harding Avenue, Honolulu, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Japanese Literature Book Club? - **A:** Japanese Literature Book Club is organized by da Shop: books + curiosities. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Japanese Literature Book Club is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Honolulu, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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