The Lantern Keeper

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Set against the twilight of the Tokugawa era, this lyrical novel follows Hisao, a blind craftsman whose lanterns illuminate not just streets but secrets. When a samurai dies clutching one of his lanterns, Hisao is drawn into a web of intrigue spanning brothels, temples, and the highest reaches of power. Praised for its sensory prose and meticulous historical research.

Awards: Akutagawa Prize Shortlist 2024

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