Satoshi Yagisawa (writer)
Satoshi Yagisawa | |
|---|---|
 Yagisawa in Bengaluru in 2026, with his book, Days at the Morisaki Bookshop | |
| Born | 1977 (age 48–49) Chiba Prefecture, Japan |
| Alma mater | Nihon University |
| Writing career | |
| Notable work | Days at the Morisaki Bookshop |
| Notable awards | Chiyoda Literature Prize (2009) |
| Website | yagisawa-satoshi |
Satoshi Yagisawa (八木沢 里志, born 1977) is a Japanese author. He is best known for his debut novel, Days at the Morisaki Bookshop, which became an international bestseller and was adapted into a film.[1][2]
Early life
Satoshi Yagisawa was born in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, in 1977. He graduated from Nihon University's College of Art.[1] Prior to his success as a novelist, Yagisawa worked various jobs.[3]
Literary career
In 2009, Yagisawa won the Chiyoda Literature Prize for his story Morisaki Shoten no Hibi (Days at the Morisaki Bookshop).[1] Set in the Kanda-Jinbōchō district of Tokyo, known for its high concentration of second-hand bookstores, the novel follows a young woman named Takako who moves into her uncle's bookshop following a difficult breakup.[4] Yagisawa has stated that he does not follow literary trends, preferring to write stories that focus on the "small happinesses" of daily life and human connection.[2]
The novel's success led to a 2010 film adaptation directed by Asako Hyuga.[1] Though originally published over a decade prior, the book gained significant global popularity in the 2020s through social media platforms like BookTok, leading to translations in over twenty languages.[2][3]
Personal life
Yagisawa's writing is often informed by his personal experiences. He lives a slow life with his wife and cat and gets inspiration from the tiny changes in the world and his own mood.[4]
Works
| Title | Original Release Date | English Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Days at the Morisaki Bookshop
森崎書店の日々 Morisaki Shoten no Hibi |
September 07, 2010[5]
978-4094085457 |
July 4, 2023
978-0063278677 |
| More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop
続・森崎書店の日々 Zoku Morisaki Shoten no Hibi |
December 06, 2011[6]
978-4094086720 |
July 2, 2024
978-0063278714 |
| Days at the Torunka Café
純喫茶トルンカ Junkissa Torunka |
November 01, 2013[7]
978-4198937669 |
November 4, 2025
978-0063445857 |
| More Days at the Torunka Café: The Scent of Happiness
しあわせの香り 純喫茶トルンカ Shiawase no Kaori Junkissa Torunka |
February 06, 2015[8]
978-4198939151 |
30 July, 2026
978-0063445895 |
| きみと暮らせば
Kimi to Kuraseba |
December 03, 2015[9]
978-4198940508 |
|
| 純喫茶トルンカ 新装版
Junkissa Torunka Shinsouban |
June 08, 2022[10]
978-4198947514 |
|
| しあわせの香り 純喫茶トルンカ 新装版
Shiawase no Kaori Junkissa Torunka Shinsouban |
January 12, 2023[11]
978-4198948153 |
|
| きみと暮らせば 新装版
Kimi to Kuraseba Shinsouban |
May 12, 2023[12]
978-4198948542 |
|
| 眠れぬ夜のご褒美（アンソロジー）
Nemurenu Yoru no Gohoubi (Ansorojii) |
July 04, 2024[13]
978-4591182260 |
|
| 純喫茶トルンカ 最高の一杯
Junkissa Torunka Saikou no Ippai |
October 11, 2024[14]
978-4198949709 |
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| 新装版 森崎書店の日々
Shinsouban Morisaki Shoten no Hibi |
October 29, 2025[15]
978-4093867658 |
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| 新装版 続・森崎書店の日々
Shinsouban Zoku Morisaki Shoten no Hibi |
November 26, 2025[16]
978-4093867665 |
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Yagisawa Satoshi: An Interview with the "Days at the Morisaki Bookshop" Author". Nippon.com. Retrieved 14 April 2026.
- 1 2 3 Kulkarni, V. (10 February 2025). "I don't believe in chasing trends: Japanese novelist Satoshi Yagisawa". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 14 April 2026.
- 1 2 Nair, A. (15 February 2026). "The Hindu Lit for Life 2026: Interview with author Satoshi Yagisawa". The Hindu. Retrieved 14 April 2026.
- 1 2 "Satoshi Yagisawa: The Japanese Author Behind the Morisaki Bookshop". The Nod Mag. Retrieved 14 April 2026.
- ↑ "Morisaki Shoten no Hibi" 森崎書店の日々 [Days at the Morisaki Bookshop]. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Zoku Morisaki Shoten no Hibi" 続・森崎書店の日々 [More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop]. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Junkissa Torunka" 純喫茶トルンカ [Days at the Torunka Café]. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Shiawase no Kaori Junkissa Torunka" しあわせの香り 純喫茶トルンカ [More Days at the Torunka Café: The Scent of Happiness]. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Kimi to Kuraseba" きみと暮らせば. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Junkissa Torunka Shinsouban" 純喫茶トルンカ 新装版. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Shiawase no Kaori Junkissa Torunka Shinsouban" しあわせの香り 純喫茶トルンカ 新装版. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Kimi to Kuraseba Shinsouban" きみと暮らせば 新装版. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Nemurenu Yoru no Gohoubi (Ansorojii)" 眠れぬ夜のご褒美（アンソロジー）. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Junkissa Torunka Saikou no Ippai" 純喫茶トルンカ 最高の一杯. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Shinsouban Morisaki Shoten no Hibi" 新装版 森崎書店の日々. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
- ↑ "Shinsouban Zoku Morisaki Shoten no Hibi" 新装版 続・森崎書店の日々. Bookmeter (in Japanese).
