UK Author Events by Yagisawa Satoshi and Yagi Emi in London and Manchester 

The Japan Foundation London is pleased to co-present talk events in London and Manchester featuring two notable contemporary Japanese authors: Yagisawa Satoshi, creator of the worldwide bestseller Days at the Morisaki Bookshop, and Yagi Emi, acclaimed for her Diary of a Void and the newly translated When the Museum Is Closed.

Though their works differ in style, both authors explore in telling and relatable ways the lives of women navigating the complexities of modern life. They will discuss their books and the themes that have resonated with readers around the world.

Dates & Venues:

London
March 13, 2026, 19:00  (Local Time)
Foyles Charing Cross Road
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Manchester
March 14, 2026, 19:00  (Local Time)
Manchester Central Library (part of the Manchester Literature Festival)
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These events are co-presented with Foyles, the Manchester Literature Festival, the Agency for Cultural Affairs, and the Japan Publishing Industry Foundation for Culture.