Spring 2025 * Book Week Reading Campaign Spring 2025 * Book Week Reading Campaign

CAFETALK BOOK CLUB
SPRING 2025
"Weaving a scenery through words"

Perhaps it might be a town you’ve been to before,
or it could be an unknown world. 
Yet, how nostalgic this scenery is,
which you can't help but soak in...
Would you like to encounter such a book?

Cafetalk tutors will offer special lessons again this spring, using a book chosen by each of the tutors!

Take a lesson during the campaign period for a chance to win a Tosho card!

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We asked Cafetalk tutors about the books
they shared with us for this campaign.

Have you ever read a book that left a lasting impression on you because of how captivating the depicted scenery was?
Read it while remembering the places you had actually been to in the past
37%
Read it while imagining an unknown world
51%
Neither 
12%

More tutors responded that they “read the book while imagining an unknown world” than those who responded that they “had been there before and read the book while reminiscing!”

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What are some of the “sceneries woven with words” that captivated you?

Come and share the books that brought you to that place.

Respond to our survey to get a chance to win a campaign lesson!

If you leave a comment about the location as well, we might talk about it during our Book Club Radio program!

Win one of either of our delightful gifts! A Tosho card or a chance to take a campaign lesson!

3/25/2024 - 4/7/2025
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Automatic entry by taking a campaign lesson

During the campaign period, 5 winners will be selected by drawing from among those who took a campaign lesson. The winners will receive a 500 yen "Tosho card"!

Entry byanswering the survey

During the campaign period, we will select 5 winners by lottery from those who responded to our survey, who will receive a coupon that can be used to take our special campaign lessons!

* Drawing will be held after reading week and winners will be notified directly.

* Those who have taken eligible lessons will be automatically entered. There is no need to apply.

* Tosho cards can be used at bookstores in Japan (and Japanese online bookstores)

* If you are outside of Japan or have difficulty using the Tosho card, you can exchange it for Cafetalk points.

Special Reading Week Lessons

3/25/2024 - 4/7/2025

Please note: It is up to the tutors if they want to keep offering the lesson after the Reading Week is over,
so please contact the respective tutors if you would like to take it at a later date.

These page links are based on the region/country of the tutor's residence.

  • All
  • Children's Book
  • Mystery
  • Fantasy
  • Non-Fiction
  • Novel
  • Short Story
  • Essay
  • Essay
    J115
    50 mins
    4,000 points
    声の世界を旅する
    本書は、民族音楽学者の著者が、合唱や遊び歌、祈り、声の技巧など、声を使った世界各地の音文化について、考察をまじえて平易な文章でつづった論集。その土地の人々の考え方や生き方が見えてきて、自分がそこを旅しているような気持ちになります。どのページにも、今まで知らなかった世界が広がっているような、未知の世界へ連れて行ってくれる1冊です。
    Fukumaru

    Fukumaru

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  • Children‘s Book
    J132
    25 mins
    1,500 points
    小川未明童話集
    「日本のアンデルセン」と称される小川未明。『野ばら』や『赤いろうそくと人魚』など、多くの名作を生み出しました。『月夜とめがね』もまた、静かな月夜に広がる幻想的な物語。美しい日本語の響きと情景描写が心に残ります。現実と夢のはざまを漂うような読後感を味わえるこの物語は、大人にも子どもにも、そして日本語を学ぶ人にもおすすめです。
    Emiko.H

    Emiko.H

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  • Fantasy
    E111
    25 mins
    1,900 points
    The Last Unicorn
    The beautiful setting, characters and intensely descriptive nature of the scenes
    Tracy R.

    Tracy R.

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  • Novel
    J120
    70 mins
    3,300 points
    赤毛のアン
    主人公アンの繊細な心を描写し、細部まで美しいことばが心に彩りを与えてくれる。ページをめくるたび、想像力ゆたかな彼女の世界が広がり、こどもから大人まで楽しめる本。
    Macha.D

    Macha.D

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  • Fantasy
    E119
    25 mins
    7,100 points
    The Hobbit
    The story, the language, the humour and the depth in which the author has created a whole world, with many different cultures who interact in surprising and inspiring ways
    Charlotte A

    Charlotte A

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  • Novel
    E109
    25 mins
    1,300 points
    Elantris
    The story is very incredible but very simply written.
    Yara

    Yara

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  • Novel
    E115
    35 mins
    1,500 points
    Pride and Prejudice
    This book transports you to the charming world of high-society Regency England, with its grand manor houses and beautiful countryside.
    Hanna M

    Hanna M

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  • Essay
    J124
    15 mins
    600 points
    中国人のこころ
    中国に留学していた時に不思議だったことが解消された
     JIRO

    JIRO

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  • Novel
    E108
    45 mins
    2,100 points
    Mornings in Jenin
    This book is relevant for what is currently happening in Palestine. Set at the time of the first Nakba, it is a story spanning 3 generations of a Palestinian family that was forcibly removed from their home. This novel opened my eyes to the very real human suffering of Palestinian people. It is heartbreaking, but Susan Abulhawa displays a strength of character I am in awe of.
    Meneesha

    Meneesha

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  • Novel
    K023
    50 mins
    10,000 points
    파친코
    디즈니 플러스가 드라마화했어요. 고급 학습자들에게는 충분한 챌린지가 될 거예요.
    Yulia

    Yulia

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  • Short story
    I019
    30 mins
    2,500 points
    Il piccolo Nicolas
    8歳の子供の日記のような1話数ページの物語。子供の語りで繰り広げられるので難しい時制も言い回しも登場しないので、日本人学習者さんにピッタリの本です♪ 構文読解、精読にもおすすめ!
    ARI T.

    ARI T.

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  • Novel
    J126
    45 mins
    2,800 points
    ノルウェイの森
    ヒロインの直子が映画で入院する京都のサナトリウムのロケ地は、兵庫県のリラクシアの森なんです。
    Naoto Umeda

    Naoto Umeda

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  • Novel
    E106
    40 mins
    2,000 points
    Where the crawdads sing
    Language and mixed genres
    Ester

    Ester

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  • Novel
    E107
    25 mins
    1,400 points
    Finding Naomi
    This book gives you a great feeling of what small countryside town in Nebraska USA would be like.
    StephanieRiann

    StephanieRiann

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  • Non-fiction
    J118
    50 mins
    1,000 points
    樹木たちの知られざる生活
    日々の生活に行き詰っていたとき、ふと目を向けた木々たち。実は彼らも、人間と同じようにコミュニケーションを取り、支え合いながら生きている——そんな驚きの事実に出会いました。この本を通して、ただ静かに佇んでいるように見える樹木たちの、あたたかな愛と優しさ、そしてたくましい生命の力を感じることができました。森の中に広がる見えない絆を知ると、世界の見え方が少し変わるかもしれません。読めば読むほど、自然の中に秘められた知恵に心がほどけていく一冊です。
    kao.koko

    kao.koko

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  • Novel
    E112
    55 mins
    7,400 points
    INSEPARABLE
    Imagining what could have happened to the only two Alcatraz escapees who were never found.
    Manning

    Manning

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  • Essay
    C014
    50 mins
    1,900 points
    我的阿勒泰
    Described is the beauty of Xinjiang, a lifestyle close to nature.
    Putao7

    Putao7

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  • Novel
    C018
    30 mins
    1,200 points
    人间草木
    风景:江南的菜园、昆明的雨、胡同巷陌的花草、四方食事。
    疗愈点:散文集记录琐碎生活的趣味,文字恬淡如茶,从一果一蔬中见万物有情。
    推荐章节:《葡萄月令》《昆明的雨》
    Cindy Tang

    Cindy Tang

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  • Novel
    C017
    30 mins
    1,200 points
    额尔古纳河右岸
    风景:大兴安岭的原始森林、驯鹿蹄印、鄂温克族的篝火与萨满鼓声。
    疗愈点:一个少数民族部落的百年兴衰,人与自然共生共灭的哲学,充满对生命轮回的敬畏。
    日译本:书名译为《オルグンナ川の右岸》。
    Cindy Tang

    Cindy Tang

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  • Novel
    C016
    30 mins
    1,200 points
    阿勒泰的角落
    风景:新疆阿勒泰的草原、雪山、牧民转场、繁星夜空的壮丽与寂寥。
    疗愈点:作者以幽默灵动的笔触记录游牧生活的艰辛与诗意,在荒凉中见温暖,在孤独中见丰盈。
    适合读者:向往辽阔自然与简单生活的人。
    Cindy Tang

    Cindy Tang

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  • Children‘s Book
    I018
    45 mins
    2,000 points
    Cuore di mamma
    生徒様に教えていただいた本ですが、小さな子供にかける母の愛情がたっぷりと描かれ、とても感動した思い出があります。絵がメインの絵本ですが、子供から大人まで読める本で、文章は韻を踏んでいてリズム感がある所と、描かれた風景の色使いも好きです。
    Noritalia

    Noritalia

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  • Essay
    C015
    45 mins
    600 points
    老派少女購物路線
    會想跟著作者的腳步去一趟大稻埕、蘆洲廟口進行美食巡禮
    Veronica Li

    Veronica Li

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  • Mystery
    E117
    45 mins
    5,200 points
    The Silent Patient
    I recommend The Silent Patient because of its immersive and suspenseful writing that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. The novel’s vivid descriptions create a haunting atmosphere, making it an excellent example of how language can bring a story to life. It also delves deeply into human psychology, trauma, and silence, offering rich themes for discussion and analysis.
    The unpredictable plot and carefully crafted suspense make it a gripping read while also showcasing how pacing and narrative structure enhance storytelling. Additionally, the novel introduces a range of advanced vocabulary, particularly related to psychology and emotions, making it a great choice for learners looking to expand their language skills. With its thought-provoking themes and masterful storytelling, The Silent Patient is a perfect book for those who enjoy analyzing literature and engaging in deep discussions.
    professormina

    professormina

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  • Fantasy
    J125
    25 mins
    1,700 points
    十二國記
    我在國中時期閱讀了中文翻譯版本的十二國記,對於日本的作家能夠將中國的神話場景刻畫得栩栩如生感到十分驚豔。剛好當時正開始學習文言文和詩詞,對譯者的文筆讚嘆不已、相當著迷。對於學習中文已有一定程度,想要開始學習文言文卻感到中文字詞生澀難嚥的話,或許可以嘗試從這套日文翻譯成中文的中國神話奇幻小說著手。
    Bonny

    Bonny

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  • Mystery
    J131
    60 mins
    2,500 points
    ナオミとカナコ
    ドラマにもなりましたけど、最後に逃げるシーンがとてもドキドキです。 結末は言いませんが、最後まで楽しみに読んでください。
    Takashi Uematsu

    Takashi Uematsu

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  • Novel
    E113
    50 mins
    2,000 points
    Payah
    I must say it's the vivid depiction of Sarawak’s lush rainforest. Through the eyes of a young Kayan girl, readers experience the beauty, wildlife, and cultural richness of the land, making it an engaging and immersive read.
    Camillus

    Camillus

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  • Fantasy
    E116
    25 mins
    7,100 points
    A Wizard of Earthsea
    The language, the symbolism, the story...everything! I really love that the author studied East Asian culture and mythology and also has a lot of anthropological knowledge and you can see the open-mindedness of her worldview in the story.
    Charlotte A

    Charlotte A

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  • Children‘s Book
    I020
    30 mins
    1,200 points
    Il Piccolo Principe
    I recommend it for its timeless themes of love, friendship, and the importance of looking beyond the surface. While it may seem like a children's book, it offers deep insights about relationships and the nature of life. The simple but profound writing, paired with Saint-Exupéry's lovely illustrations, creates a sense of wonder that resonates with readers of all ages.
    Alice P.

    Alice P.

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