Redefining Japanese Literature Beyond Exoticism
A critical essay in artpress argues that Japanese literature has historically been judged by its 'Japaneseness'—its conformity to an exotic model. The author calls for a new perspective that embraces diversity, recognizing multiple traditions and modernities within Japan that can create contradictory and paradoxical relationships in fiction.
Key facts
- Japanese writers were traditionally evaluated based on the 'Japaneseness' of their work.
- The essay advocates for viewing Japanese literature through the lens of diversity.
- Japan has multiple traditions and modernities that can interact in complex ways.
- The essay was published in artpress in November 2002.
Entities
Institutions
- artpress
Locations
- Japan
Sources
- artpress —