Kokoro by Natsume Soseki | A Japanese Classic
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Same here!
me too! your videos are really thought provoking and you cover such a wide array of literature as well as lit history of different cultures and places! easily the most engaging booktuber ive ever watched
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I’m so glad I found your channel! I feel like every time that a booktuber talks about classics they talk about the same ones or the same authors again and again... I’m finding so much new material to read with you that I am so excited!
Well I'm glad I have been able to introduce you to some new classics!! :D
Natsume Souseki: is born
Meiji Restoration: *I'm about to end this man's whole career*
lol 😂 you could even say ‘I’m about to elevate this man’s career so he’ll become the very best, like no one ever was’ 🤓
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From a Japanese studies researcher, thank you, excellent review!
Thank you!! That is greatly appreciated :D
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Aah, no problem!! One question: are you in uni, and if you are, what are you studying? I’d love to explore a literature major that is diverse and doesn’t just stick to the western canon.
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@@guppy8073 Yeah that's right, literature just has always been a passion of mine :D Doing research is just super cathartic for me hahah
I remember asking my Japanese friend who was doing Japanese Literature at the time about a Japanese classics recommendation, and she insisted that I read one author (Natsume Soseki). But I forgot to keep a note of the name and over time I have forgotten what the name was. I could not go back to the conversation because it was deleted and felt ashamed to ask my friend again because I thought it would've seemed as if I was neglectful (I was only being overdramatic though, she would not mind). I only remember fragments of the name. Now I remember. Finally!! Because of your video. It was Natsume Soseki. Thank you for uploading!! I love Japanese classics.
Oh dearie! What a coincidence! I hope you find a chance to read his work, it's so good!! :D
Always serving looks oh my! 🥺 this just makes the content skyrocket (I adore the flamingos)
Why thank you very much!! Flamingos are super cute! 🦩🥰
I have lived my entire life in Japan, but I was never into reading before until I started reading books in English. When I read Kokoro, (I tried reading it in Japanese but the old writing style was a little too difficult for me as a teenager) I was so intrigued because I had never read a book that was more Japanese than this. It captured the environment of my life here so it was emotionally gripping for me. I had a hard time reading the last ten pages since I felt something that I cannot describe.
I loved this entire video. The history lesson and the excerpt from one of Soseki’s lectures brought a great layer to the video. I read the novel for a class with Japanese students while I was in Japan. As a 21st Century westerner, it was really difficult to get past the way women are viewed in the novel. However, I loved how full of life the narrator is. One of the ladies in my class who studied Japanese Classics made a theory that Sensei’s wife was actually manipulating the plot! I wish I still had her paper because it blew my mind!
I am in awe of you. Just an amazing person.
That is so kind of you to say -- thank you very much!!
That was a fantastic review. I’ve just read Kokoro and your insights have definetely made me appreciate it even more!
Just finished the book... and it definitely broke my heart.
The best Natsume Souseki's Kokoro book review to EVER exist!
Kokoro is the most favorite novel. We Japanese learned it a bit in junior high or high school but only few people read this entire story, I guess.
It’s so impressive to know that this one of the greatest Japanese literature is read in another country and describe clearly like you did.
I’m so lucky to find this channel!
When i was in Tokyo couple of years ago i read some of the modern japanese books and i remember wanting to check this classic out but i didn't have the time and i forgot about it until now so thank you! Also that outfit is adorable
Oh great! I'm happy I could remind you of it!! And thank you so much!! 😊✨✨
I'm so glad I found your chanel. You've probably heard this a ton but your voice and accent is so soothing and nice to listen to. For the book, I loved it. I didn't know that it was popular (and the best selling novel in Japan) since I just came across it at the back of my university library. You're insights are really great and informative as well (the economic background especially). I agree with how "romantic" the relationship seemed at first with sensei and the narrator lol I almost thought it was BL.
そのビデオはありがとうございます！日本語の勉強しますため「こころ」を読んていります。その本は面白そうですね。
The summary of kokoro you've just done it well and made me understand it moree❤
Glad to hear it! :D
I love this channel I’m so thankful to have spaces for seeking out interesting literature and sharing this with friends
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I ain't gonna lie, I could listen to you talk about any books BUT your wardrobe is ADORABLE!! You have to be the absolute cutest person on my TH-cam feed! That paired with your radiant positive attitude is Perfection! I adore you!!
I will read it. I've been interested in learning about Japanese history and started reading a few history books about Japan. This seems like it will teach me much more.
Great to hear! Besides it being a stellar read, it's very insightful -- I hope you will enjoy it :)
Great research and you are so charming. Thank you very much. Greetings from Madrid, Spain.
Just discovered your channel and I liveeeeeeeeeeeee.
ah thank you!!! :)
I absolutely adore your approach to reviews, so thorough and informative. Natsume Soseki has been an author I've been planning to read for a while, so I'm excited now to finally read his work after hearing your thoughts.
Thank you very much!! And I’m so excited to hear you’ll be reading him!!🤗✨
I think the loneliness that sensei describes becomes clear in the second part. There's this issue between family piety and individualism where even his familial duties conflict with his families desire for him to be successful which also conflicts with his desire to simply figure things out for himself. This conflict confines the narrator when he's with his parents which makes him miss sensei. He has no one to be honest with.
I loved the novel & your video, was really amazing, I like also your point of view & appreciate your search, thanks a lot for sharing it.
I love your style and you never wear the same outfit twice!
Thanks for showing your outfit! So cute and I love your hairstyle too
My pleasure and thank you so much!! :D
i appreciate your video on this -- was looking to read some soseki and you totally sold me on reading this book. i finished it in a single sitting! fascinating stuff, going to read more of his works :)
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I love the way you do reviews and your voice is so calming. I am excited to see your new bookshelves! 💚
thank you!! I’m excited as well!!🤗✨✨
You have the cutest wardrobe! Love it!! 😍 Also love how much work you put into all your videos, ive learned something new in every one. So glad I found your channel!!!
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One of my favorite animes of all time is Samurai Champloo and it also takes place during the Edo period. I’m excited to add Kokoro to my reading list and learn more about Japan. Thank you for this! By far my new favorite TH-camr!! 💛
Interesting video (=another book added to my TBR) & super cute outfit that suits you very well 😊
Yay! Very happy to hear that -- and thank you so very much! :D
reading this classic was a sublime experience for me. I finished it a few days ago and have not stopped thinking about it. Your articulate review really does justice to this masterpiece!
I love your style. Love your dives into classics as well
Thank you!! 😊 ✨
That collar 😍😍😍 You’re style is so adorable, I absolutely love it 💕 I’m very glad I found your channel, I love how informative and very well thought out your videos are. One of my reading goals this year is to expand my classics reading and your channel is helping me do just that 💕 Thank you ☺️🌻
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Your voice and tone is so relaxing! It’s like asmr. I also love the way you go in depth with your reviews❤️ so glad i found your channel
I am a literature teacher in the US, and I love your videos--your recommendations and analyses are so thoughtful. Thank you for your hard work.
Love your style! I really like how you give so much history and context. It's very interesting.
You must have some kind of magic power! For most of the videos you post, from the title I think I won't be interested. However each time I find them fascinating. You educate alongside making me smile and laugh every time. Thank you :)
Hahah lol, well I'm happy to hear that you find them enjoyable -- hope you have great day and thank you for watching :)
You are so informative.... I really ejoy watching your videos
I am feeling very blessed for learning with you, thank you for sharing
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I love the research you do for these! Ahh so good
your fashion game is always so strong! the flamingo collar ahhh. i've been familiar with kokoro but honestly didn't know a lot about the plot. excited to check out this classic!
I found your channel and have fallen in love with it. You’re so adorbs! Love the flamingo collar. I’ll be placing this book on my Pinterest book list.
Thank you for sharing all the information along with the book passages. 💕 You're gonna make me add so many more to my TBR. 😅
I loved your review as well as all the background information on Japanese history. Thank you for this!!! I will definitely take note of this title!!!!
my pleasure! I’m very happy to hear that :)
thank you so much for you video! ive read kokoro last year and really loved it, so seeing you reviewing this book made me especially glad. i love that you gave biographical and cultural insight, your research is so amazing and helpful! also thank you for all the links in the description and all the hard work you putting in your videos!
Such a great video! I can't believe the amazing depths you went to to research and understand the context in which the book was written
I am SO glad your channel was recommended to me by TH-cam. I love your personality and I have already picked up a few of the books you mentioned in your Black Classics videos, so thank you for suggesting them. ❤
aah thank you very much!! I’m glad you found me - I’m glad I could add some interesting books to your TBR 🥰✨
It was a sheer delight to watch and listen to your speak about Kokoro. The enthusiasm you have for this book has firmly added it to my 'to read' list. I really enjoyed the energy you have, just being you. Thank you for sharing this book.
I didn't really think about how much I was limiting myself when I made it a goal to read more classics and focused on books commonly read in American high schools. Watching your videos these last couple weeks I am excited to create a TBR list of classics to read that transcends popular United States and British authors.
Loved this novel! Read it a few years ago and it was one of the first Japanese novels I read. Thank you for giving some extra perspective! Made me see Natsume Soseki’s works differently :)
aaaaaaah, your style is adorable 😊💖 also thanks for this video ^^ very informative.
such a detailed, thoughtful response. thanks seji! congrats on your new bookcases.
Thank you for the content you make. Your videos are so genuine and enjoyable. It's clear that you work hard on them. I hope you're resting as well creating all of these videos. Can't wait to read this book someday.
hey :)
first of all, I totally like your outfit /style! it's so cute! + I love flamingos, they are my favorite animals, so that is also a plus :D
I am really interested in Japanese and Asian literature in general.
I also studied Korean studies at university, so there are often crossovers to Japan naturally 😊
Thank you for recommending the book and providing so much information surrounding it! I agree that context is so important, when it comes to fully enjoying a classic like that.
I have never read anything from Natsume Soseki before, but now I really want to check him out! The 'I am a cat' novel also sounds really interesting!
Also thank you for linking the Soseki project, I will go and check it out now! 😌
thank you for your review! i've been meaning to reading Kokoro for ages and i hope to get to it soon. I love that you provided the author's biography and broader historical context of that time. Love your review (and your outfit, it's very cute!)
Excuse me but this is the most informative and fun book related video I've ever watched. I love learning about history, so I was excited when you started to speak about the historical context regarding Japan. I really enjoyed your explanation. I've always been interested in reading more classics from people around the world, and you've successfully convinced me to add this to my list. (Also, I love your outfit. 🤍)
this book sounds so touching and i have so much time coming up soon to read so im going to get it!!!! im so glad i came across this video
Every book review of yours makes me want to go out and buy it right away. I've only just found your channel and I'm stuck now 😭😭❤
oh man, now i have to reread kokoro because apparently i've forgotten everything about it and your reviews always make me want to read all the books 😊
also, that collar is everything!
and that website sounds amazing. will definitely be checking it out
I'm always looking for more Japanese classics so this was great! Adding it to my TBR 😊 Loved your explanation on the background of the novel ~Laura
Your videos are honestly the best on booktube! You're amazing!
Why thank you! I am extremely flattered!!
You have such a wonderful spirit, your videos make me so happy! I’ve only followed since yesterday and watched almost all of them 🤗
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Thank you so much for this review. It was so fun to watch! I can also see a lot of research went into this video. I appreciate the cultural and historical context given and will keep all of these points in mind when reading this book!
yay I’m so glad to hear that the video was informative for you!! I hope you’ll enjoy the book just as much as I did!! 🤗✨
Omg I literally messaged you the outfit game is killing it and I didn’t know you share your outfit in this video. You have blessed us.
hahaha yeah I figured it would be a nice touch to the video ;P
This had been sitting on my Watch later list for weeks now! And I did this, watched that, thought Oh, not right now, at least had me a Kurosawa week instead (that was good), even watched other content by you (also good, what's more, I got to see your "Grew some" and was very impressed, and very moved).
Am I glad that somehow seemingly missing piece finally fell into place because I just had a highly enjoyable, intellectually stimulating viewing experience due to your very good review. Thanks.
just ordered this and i can't wait to read it!! i adore the way you speak so much
Thank you very much!! I hope you'll enjoy the book! :D
I just love your energy and your hair! I'm a new subbie!
I love the flamingos!!! Also will definitely check out this classic!
Hi! I don't know much about booktube but I haven't seen many channels discussing classics. I'm glad I found yours :) Also I love your sense of style.
I love your channel and your style! :)
I just stumbled upon your channel, and the passion and care you put into your videos and reading is amazing! I’m currently reading something else right now, but I’ll definitely check out Soseki’s works once I’m done. You’ve really sparked my passion for reading again, and for that I’m really grateful.
Thank you for such an enjoyable video! Kokoro is one of my favourite Japanese classics and I was intrigued to hear you recite portions of the translated text as I read it in Japanese and always wondered how it reads in English. I think this book really expresses the Japanese psyche well, which of course still exists as the undercurrent to modern-day Japanese society. I always recommend this book to anyone who asks about Japanese literature or culture 😊
I really liked your review of this book! I loved that you gave some details on the time when the author lived because you could understand the novel much better with this knowledge. I will definitely read it soon!
p.s. Your collar is really cute!
Your flamingo collar is so cute! I found you recently through watching numerous "being black on booktube" videos and I'm so glad! Your reading tastes are pretty different from mine ( I mostly read adult or YA fantasy) but your reviews and recommendations really inspire me to read different types of literature, especially non-western. Thanks for this video!
Super cute outfit! I loved hearing about this classic.
Thank you very much!! I'm very happy to hear that!! :D
I love clothes please continue to talk about your out fits and style!!✨ I like that addition to the vid, felt more personal for some reason 😂
I only recently discovered your channel and I really enjoy your content! I've come to learn a lot and can't wait for more! I'd love to know how you do such thorough research.
okay, i'm sold, gonna check out "I am a Cat". Thank you thank you
My absolute pleasure!! :D
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Sølvi Elisabetarson oh thank you very much, will definitely have to take a look into that!
Your style is so cute!
Thank you very much!! :D
your outfit is so cute as usual! the flamingo collars 👌🏽. i loved hearing your interpretations of the book and all of the quotes you shared - the book sounds so good! i can’t wait to see your new bookcases haha 😂
Ah thank you so much!! 😊✨✨ And yeah me too hahah, my room at this point was starting to become uninhabitable -- books strewn everywhere lmao 😂
I'm so happy you mentioned Soseki Project at the end! My Japanese reading level is pretty low, but the audio that goes with it seems very helpful. I loved Kokoro so much --it also really piqued my interest in this time period of Japanese history. I've been enjoying your Japanese literature content so much, your thoughtful details about the surrounding history and culture are great to listen to. Maybe I can recommend Fumiko Enchi and Yūko Tsushima as two great women Japanese writers if you haven't read them and they seem interesting to you. I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on them as well ^.^
Love your videos! Really inspiring and interesting. Also, love the collar on your shirt! X
ah thank you very much!! xx
I have been wanting to read more of Natsume Soseki’s work after reading Kokoro (thanks again for the recommendation!), so I’ll have to bookmark the Soseki Project site!
I'm new to your channel. I really enjoyed the historical context. Thank you for some original content. I will be adding this to my TBR.
It’s my absolute pleasure!! thank you very much for watching :)
This video was brilliant, I thoroughly enjoyed it. I've been wanting to get into Japanese fiction, I will check this one out. Looking forward to future videos, thank you!
I love you videos 😊 makes me want to read more !!
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I am so early! Your skirt looks very nice!
I enjoyed Botchan so great to hear more about his works!
Your voice is so relaxing, it's like ASMR haha
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Some time ago, a friend sent me Kokoro with no explanation. I read it with no research or knowledge, and so I feel my opinion is definitely surface level (as you describe), but I enjoyed this immensely. It was a really compelling and emotional read that drew me in. I found aspects of it heartbreaking and definitely saw the pull between different cultures. I really want to read more, so I definitely need to pick up another Soseki. I’m eager to find out more writers like Soseki though! Need to research and expand my view. Thank you so much for this video! So informative and interesting. Finally great to hear someone else talking about this.
I love your channel , thanks for the recommendations, love your style .🤗
Great video!! ❤️
Really interesting . This sounds like a book I need to read . It explores the same themes of dislocation , loss and disorientation that many books written across diaspora do but without leaving a country . Wow !