Japan, first half of the 20th century. The Meiji government tries to modernize a country that, because of isolationism, has remained anchored in the past. A country that in a few years will become a world power. Inside, society seeks a new balance between tradition and modernity, so as not to lose its identity. In this scenario are set the stories that make up this book, twelve stories that allow a privileged view of that society and its customs, a mixture of beauty, sensuality, misery and decadence. A selection of contemporary stories of strong character, united all under the common thread of the food, so important for the Japanese and that constitutes an invaluable sign of identity beyond its borders, recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the UNESCO. Along with Anthology of Japanese stories and A great discovery, this book puts an end to the trilogy of Contempora...read more
