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This Is Amiko, Do You Copy? By Natsuko Imamura
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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN: 9781782279792
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+
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Author: Natsuko Imamura
Release Date: October 31, 2023
Genre: Fiction
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This Is Amiko, Do You Copy? Paperback by Natsuko Imamura: A Tender Novella of Belonging and Family
About the Book
Other people do not seem to understand Amiko. This short, powerful novella follows a curious young girl whose exuberant nature keeps meeting confusion from the people around her, offering a rare and tender look at what it means to feel out of step with the world.
About the Author
Natsuko Imamura was born in Hiroshima Prefecture and is one of Japan’s most acclaimed young fiction writers. She is also the author of The Woman in the Purple Skirt. This edition was translated into English by Hitomi Yoshio, Associate Professor of Global Japanese Literary and Cultural Studies at Waseda University.
Who Is This Book For?
This novella is a strong pick for readers who love quiet, character-driven literary fiction, especially fans of Convenience Store Woman or the offbeat novels of Ottessa Moshfegh. It also suits anyone interested in thoughtful, own-voices-style portrayals of neurodivergence in fiction.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is This Is Amiko, Do You Copy? a good beginner Japanese literature pick?
Yes. At around 128 pages, this paperback is short, easy to follow, and a great entry point into contemporary Japanese fiction in translation.
What age group is this book suitable for?
This novella is written for adult readers (18+), though mature teen readers who enjoy literary fiction may also connect with Amiko’s story.
Who translated This Is Amiko, Do You Copy??
The English translation was done by Hitomi Yoshio, a scholar of Japanese literature at Waseda University who has also translated works by Mieko Kawakami.
| Weight | 150 g |
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| Dimensions | 12.78 × 0.97 × 19.66 cm |
Amiko is a curious, irrepressible young girl who does not quite fit the world around her, whether she is eating with her hands at school or watching her mother's calligraphy class from the sliding doors. When her mother falls into depression and her brother drifts toward a motorcycle gang, Amiko is left to make sense of family, love, and belonging almost entirely on her own. Told with subtlety and warmth, this novella gives young readers and adults alike a rare window into a mind that sees the world differently. Fans of quiet, emotionally rich Japanese fiction will find this a fast, memorable read.
