Japanese or Japanese American fiction/mysteries
Discover captivating Japanese and Japanese American fiction and mystery books. Explore a curated list of thrilling reads blending cultural depth with suspenseful storytelling.
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The Salaryman's Wife
by Sujata Massey
Japanese-American Rei Shimura is a 27-year-old English teacher living in one of Tokyo's seediest neighborhoods. She doesn't make much money, but she wouldn't go back …
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Shinju
by Laura Joh Rowland
When beautiful, wealthy Yukiko and low-born artist Noriyoshi are found drowned together in a shinju, or ritual double suicide, everyone believes the culprit was forbidden …
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Rashomon Gate
by Ingrid J. Parker
Award-winning writer Parker brings ancient Japan to life in a tale of blackmail and murder among high-ranking nobles. 10 illustrations.
