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[14 themes] Book guide for surviving in modern times

As we stand at a turning point in an era where change is rapid, what kind of books should we read? Here we have compiled a list of 14 must-know themes, ranging from technology and society to business, culture, and universal concepts, with experts selecting five books for each. From these 70 books, you can find hints for surviving tomorrow.

First published in BRUTUS No. 976, "Why do we still read books?"

illustration: Ayumi Takahashi / text: Kazuaki Asato, Ryota Mukai, Yoko Hasada, Asuka Ochi, Emi Fukushima, Keisuke Kagiwada / edit: Emi Fukushima

Keyword: "believe"
Selection: Manga artist Uo Toyo

Manga artist Uo Toyo's book guide for surviving in 2023, with the keyword "believe"
In an age of distrust, we consider the importance of having faith and trusting others.
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Keyword: "Post-capitalism"
Selection: Philosopher Yoshiyuki Koizumi

Philosopher Yoshiyuki Koizumi's book guide for surviving in 2023, focusing on the keyword "post-capitalism"
People who worry that "something is wrong" are what will lead capitalism further.
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Keyword: "The current state of horror"
Selection: Ghost Story Teller Sakura Fukatsu

A book guide for surviving 2023, based on the keyword "The Current State of Horror," selected by ghost storyteller Sakura Fukatsu
Experimental horror novels represent the cutting edge of entertainment expression.
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Keyword: "Expansion of life"
Selection: Roboticist Hiroshi Ishiguro

A book guide for surviving in 2023, selected by roboticist Hiroshi Ishiguro, with the keyword "expanding life"
Will technological advances give humans eternal life?
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Keyword: "state of mind"
Selected by: Critic Jun Yonaha

A book guide for surviving in 2023, selected by critic Jun Yonaha, with the keyword "state of mind"
The mind is not just an individual issue. It sheds light on our relationship with society.
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Keyword: "Okinawa Now"
Contemporary artist Miyagi Futoshi

"Tell me about Okinawa" by Miyazawa Kazufumi, "Red Palm Leaves - Selected Short Stories by Medoruma Shun Vol. 2" by Medoruma Shun, "L'Isola" by Vittorio Mortarotti and Anush Hamzehian
The fading atmosphere of Okinawa is captured in the book.
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Keyword: "Shape of love"
Lyricist: Kodama Amako

A book guide for surviving 2023, based on the keyword "form of love" selected by lyricist and author Kodama Amako
To create the next "standard" while navigating diverse values.
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Keyword: "Other Literature"
Selected by: Comparative literature scholar and translator Shun'ichiro Akikusa

A book guide for surviving 2023, based on the keyword "geopolitical risk," selected by political scientist Hitoshi Suzuki
Eastern and Western cultures, former colonies, minority language speakers... A variety of ways to explain the complexities.
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Keyword: "Gentle heart"
Selection: Gag manga artist Takutaro Fujioka

A book guide for surviving 2023, based on the keyword "gentle heart" selected by comedy manga artist Takutaro Fujioka "A Gentle Wind is Blowin'" by Shinta Naga, author and illustrator; "Dawn" by Yuri Shurvitz, author and illustrator; "Goodnight Moon" by Margaret Wise Brown.
It gives you time to remember your true feelings and take a deep breath.
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Keyword: "geopolitical risk"
Selection: Political scientist Kazuto Suzuki

A book guide for surviving 2023, based on the keyword "geopolitical risk," selected by political scientist Hitoshi Suzuki
Learning from the classics: traditional geopolitics and geopolitical risks. Is "geoeconomics" what we should be paying attention to now?
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Keyword: "Let's go work abroad"
Selection: Writer Hirokazu Murohashi

A book guide for surviving in 2023, selected by writer Hirokazu Murohashi, with the keyword "Going abroad to work"
You can somehow work abroad. Have an encouraging reading experience.
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Keyword: "Learning"
Selection: Makiko Shinoda, Director of Yale

A guide to surviving in 2023, with the keyword "learning" selected by Makiko Shinoda, director of Yale
Rather than focusing on immediate usefulness, we want to learn essential lessons that will change your way of thinking.
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Keyword: "Folklore and the Present"
Selection by Folklorist Koji Kato

A book guide for surviving in the modern age, selected by folklorist Koji Kato, with the keyword "Folklore and the Present"
Learn more about humans through their interactions with nature, "play," and yokai.
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Keyword: "Speak up"
Selection: Radio personality Kinniman Tsukamoto Niki

"Anger! Indignation!" by Stephen Ethel; "What's Wrong with Obedience?" by Takami Shogi; "That's Why I'm Here: Speeches by Women Who Changed the World" by Anna Russell
To protect those who are important to you, you need to have core beliefs.
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A chair and a place to stay. A chair and a place to stay. A chair and a place to stay.

No.1047

A chair and a place to stay.

Released February 2nd, 890 yen

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