{"title":"Tatsuhiko Shibusawa","description":"\u003cp\u003eTatsuhiko Shibusawa was a multifaceted Japanese author whose work traverses the boundaries of the surreal and the fantastic. Renowned for his unique fusion of literary art with the mystique of traditional Japanese folklore, Shibusawa captivates readers with his imaginative storytelling and vivid narratives. His works often explore the realms where reality and the supernatural intersect, offering a rich tapestry of imagination that has cemented his legacy in the world of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable contributions is the delightful \u003cem\u003eTakaoka's Travels\u003c\/em\u003e, a series that takes readers on whimsical journeys filled with unexpected adventures and intriguing characters. Shibusawa's stories showcase his exceptional ability to weave fantastical elements with a culturally rich backdrop, making them a treasured addition to the Sci-Fi \u0026amp; Fantasy genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those eager to explore intriguing narratives imbued with a sense of discovery and wonder, the works of Tatsuhiko Shibusawa promise an enchanting escape into his vivid and unpredictable world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"takaokas-travels-by-tatsuhiko-shibusawa-9798988688709","title":"Takaoka's Travels","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinner of the Yomiuri Prize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipient of the 2022-23 William F. Sibley Memorial Subvention Award for Japanese Translation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Tatsuhiko Shibusawa, Japan's Italo Calvino, in this fantastical tale of a Japanese prince who encounters both beauty and danger on a pilgrimage to India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA fantasy set in the ninth century, \u003cem\u003eTakaoka's Travels\u003c\/em\u003e recounts the adventures of a Japanese prince-turned-monk on a pilgrimage to India. As Prince Takaoka and his companions pass through faraway lands, the rules of the ordinary world are upended, and they find curiosities and miracles wherever they go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe travellers encounter strange creatures: a white ape who guards a harem of bird-women, beasts who feed on dreams, a dog-headed man who can see hundreds of years into the future. On the high seas, their ship is boarded by ghostly pirates and driven back by supernatural winds, and still they push on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt every turn, Prince Takaoka is drawn to the beauty around him, whether it takes the form of a perfectly shaped pearl or a giant blood-red flower, but such beauty proves to be extremely dangerous. Seductive and mysterious, offering high adventure yet deeply human, this is a novel that transcends all expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46705287299308,"sku":"9798988688709","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26038173488948.jpg?v=1754013045"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/tatsuhiko-shibusawa.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}