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Yukio Mishima Prize and Shûgorô Yamamoto Prize Winners Chosen The selection committee of the Shinchô Society for the Promotion of Literary Arts convened in Tokyo on May 15 and selected the winners for the twenty-first annual Yukio Mishima and Shûgorô Yamamoto Prizes. Shinya Tanka won the Mishima Prize for "Broken Chain," while the Yamamoto Prize went to Bin Konno for "Resolution: The Secret Investigation II" and Kôtarô Isaka for "Golden Slumber." All three novels are available through Shinchosha Publishers. Read More >> http://www.trannet-japan.com/ep/tjc_news_dtl.asp?dk=N0000088 |
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Author's Voice Visions bring art to life The offices of literary agents are always inundated with books of all genres. One title that really stands out amidst the mountains of books at Japanese Writers' House is Akuma hyaku ichiya (One Hundred and One Nightmares, published by Uchiyama), a collection of short stories by Kanji Hanawa, the professor emeritus of French literature at Kokugakuin University featured previously in this column. Read More >> http://www.trannet.co.jp/pre_up/web_news/2008/column/authors_voice/hanawa_en.html |
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RIGHTS This issue's Feature: SELF-HELP (part 3) 
Psychic Therapy: Your Soul's True Purpose[Self-Help, Spiritual] Kinue Shima This book has a very simple goal: to allow any reader to easily discover his or her true purpose in life, on his or her own. To this end, the book offers concrete advice, explains esoteric concepts using simple analogies, and introduces a set of concrete meditation/visualization exercises anyone can implement. More Info>> http://www.trannet-japan.com/ep/tjc_rights_dtl.asp?rt=R0000068 
How to find[Self-Help, Family/Relationships, Psychology] Akira Uenishi In Japan, there is a belief that an invisible red string connects your little finger to that of your true love. The author, an experienced consultant and accomplished psychologist, presents practical steps for pulling the string and finding "The One" whose destiny will be entwined with yours. More Info>> http://www.trannet-japan.com/ep/tjc_rights_dtl.asp?rt=R0000008 
Want to Win ? Get Serious![Self-Help, Business] Keiichi Tainaka A former yakuza, Keiichi Tainaka created a billion-yen corporation in a mere three years after getting out of jail. He explains how he managed this miracle, sharing his principles in this book: Put your trust in money, and you lose again and again; Put your turst in poeple, and you have gain and gain; and a notification for what is the real "profit" for you and your life. More Info>> http://www.trannet-japan.com/ep/tjc_rights_dtl.asp?rt=R0000007 
Cures for the Empty Inbox Blues [Self-Help, Family/Relationships] Hayato Oda A man typically neglects to send his girlfriend text messages when he's busy or when he has no doubt that she loves him. The girlfriend becomes insecure and resentful when she waits too long for his messages. She tries to put his love to the test, and as a result sometimes drives him away. This is an all-too-common scenario. More Info>> http://www.trannet-japan.com/ep/tjc_rights_dtl.asp?rt=05000022 |
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COOKING 
Leeks in Sweet and Spicy SauceIn Tokyo, we are in the rainy season right now. The damp air makes everyone feel blue somehow, so a little bit of chili can spice us up. The pungent component in leeks can relieve stress and fatigue. Why not try this recipe to give yourself a little more energy? The recipe is taken from "Menopause Recipes" by Akiko Sugahara INGREDIENTS (2 servings) T = tablespoon t = teaspoon 1 leek 3 T dashi stock ( » how to make dashi) 1/2 t salt 2 T vinegar 2 t sugar 1 small fresh red chili, finely chopped oil How to make Leeks in Sweet and Spicy Sauce 1) Cut the leek into pieces 5 cm long. 2) Grease a pan with a tiny amount of oil and add the red chili.. 3) Add the leek to the pan, and fry over medium heat until the outside of the leeks start to brown. 4) Add the dashi stock, sugar, vinegar, and salt, and cook until the leeks are tender. |
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