Japan Society of Boston Book Club

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT

Do you love Japanese literature? The JSB Book Club will be meeting to discuss The Sound of Waves by Yukio Mishima.

The JSB Book Club is revisiting a favorite author, the complex and profound Yukio Mishima. This novel is a timeless story of first love. A young fisherman is entranced at the sight of the beautiful daughter of the wealthiest man in the village. They fall in love, but must then endure the calumny and gossip of the villagers...

Find a copy, here.  You are welcome to read any translation. 

The JSB Book Club meets on the last Wednesday of every other month to discuss great modern Japanese novels. The purpose of our club is to strengthen the Boston community of Japan enthusiasts by creating a space for thoughtful and sociable discussion.

The club is limited to Japan Society of Boston Members. Interested in joining but not yet a Member of the Japan Society of Boston? Consider becoming a Member today! If you are already a Member and interested in the group, please contact us to have your name added to the club mailing list