Kokoro by Natsume Soseki | A Japanese Classic

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Kokoro by Natsume Soseki | A Japanese Classic

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@guppy8073 4 жыл бұрын

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

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me too! your videos are really thought provoking and you cover such a wide array of literature as well as lit history of different cultures and places! easily the most engaging booktuber ive ever watched

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@ileanaaaaa 4 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I found your channel! I feel like every time that a booktuber talks about classics they talk about the same ones or the same authors again and again... I’m finding so much new material to read with you that I am so excited!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

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@MariannaInari 4 жыл бұрын

From a Japanese studies researcher, thank you, excellent review!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! That is greatly appreciated :D

@sourpatchghoul 4 жыл бұрын

me, opening the video: oh my god her outfit is great you: starts immedately talking about your clothes me: taking notes

@carterfrvr 4 жыл бұрын

Yes- I am so glad she mentioned the flamingos! I cannot find the flamingo collar on the U.S. web.

@chiharo8468 4 жыл бұрын

I remember asking my Japanese friend who was doing Japanese Literature at the time about a Japanese classics recommendation, and she insisted that I read one author (Natsume Soseki). But I forgot to keep a note of the name and over time I have forgotten what the name was. I could not go back to the conversation because it was deleted and felt ashamed to ask my friend again because I thought it would've seemed as if I was neglectful (I was only being overdramatic though, she would not mind). I only remember fragments of the name. Now I remember. Finally!! Because of your video. It was Natsume Soseki. Thank you for uploading!! I love Japanese classics.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Oh dearie! What a coincidence! I hope you find a chance to read his work, it's so good!! :D

@Justme_247 4 жыл бұрын

I am in awe of you. Just an amazing person.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

That is so kind of you to say -- thank you very much!!

@sabrinasiegan8323 4 жыл бұрын

Always serving looks oh my! 🥺 this just makes the content skyrocket (I adore the flamingos)

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Why thank you very much!! Flamingos are super cute! 🦩🥰

@Tyler-cm6vk 3 жыл бұрын

I have lived my entire life in Japan, but I was never into reading before until I started reading books in English. When I read Kokoro, (I tried reading it in Japanese but the old writing style was a little too difficult for me as a teenager) I was so intrigued because I had never read a book that was more Japanese than this. It captured the environment of my life here so it was emotionally gripping for me. I had a hard time reading the last ten pages since I felt something that I cannot describe.

@pancakeofdestiny 4 жыл бұрын

Natsume Souseki: is born Meiji Restoration: *I'm about to end this man's whole career*

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

lol 😂 you could even say ‘I’m about to elevate this man’s career so he’ll become the very best, like no one ever was’ 🤓

@pancakeofdestiny 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheArtisanGeek also valid!

@lizmilktea9555 4 жыл бұрын

I loved this entire video. The history lesson and the excerpt from one of Soseki’s lectures brought a great layer to the video. I read the novel for a class with Japanese students while I was in Japan. As a 21st Century westerner, it was really difficult to get past the way women are viewed in the novel. However, I loved how full of life the narrator is. One of the ladies in my class who studied Japanese Classics made a theory that Sensei’s wife was actually manipulating the plot! I wish I still had her paper because it blew my mind!

@Zeynep-rx3vy 3 жыл бұрын

Just finished the book... and it definitely broke my heart.

@tah385 4 жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel and I liveeeeeeeeeeeee.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

ah thank you!!! :)

@evam6961 4 жыл бұрын

When i was in Tokyo couple of years ago i read some of the modern japanese books and i remember wanting to check this classic out but i didn't have the time and i forgot about it until now so thank you! Also that outfit is adorable

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Oh great! I'm happy I could remind you of it!! And thank you so much!! 😊✨✨

@margaretkopretina 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing your outfit! So cute and I love your hairstyle too

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

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@kosanarmax4158 4 жыл бұрын

I love your style. Love your dives into classics as well

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😊 ✨

@natsumisuemura1059 Жыл бұрын

Kokoro is the most favorite novel. We Japanese learned it a bit in junior high or high school but only few people read this entire story, I guess. It’s so impressive to know that this one of the greatest Japanese literature is read in another country and describe clearly like you did. I’m so lucky to find this channel!

@shreyabooked9309 4 жыл бұрын

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

thank you!!🥰✨ xx

@RGsDevilship 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely adore your approach to reviews, so thorough and informative. Natsume Soseki has been an author I've been planning to read for a while, so I'm excited now to finally read his work after hearing your thoughts.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!! And I’m so excited to hear you’ll be reading him!!🤗✨

@taneasheils6597 4 жыл бұрын

You are so informative.... I really ejoy watching your videos I am feeling very blessed for learning with you, thank you for sharing

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

oh wow that’s so sweet of you to say! I’m very glad that we can all learn together as well!! Thank you so much for watching 🤗✨

@Nkanyiso_K 4 жыл бұрын

I love this channel I’m so thankful to have spaces for seeking out interesting literature and sharing this with friends

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

thank you very much!! I’m very glad to hear that!!🤗✨

@idontplayislay9439 3 жыл бұрын

The best Natsume Souseki's Kokoro book review to EVER exist!

@koojisaito Ай бұрын

That was a fantastic review. I’ve just read Kokoro and your insights have definetely made me appreciate it even more!

@kuvira44 4 жыл бұрын

I love you videos 😊 makes me want to read more !!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I'm so happy to hear that!! 🤗✨

@melissateodola1887 4 жыл бұрын

I will read it. I've been interested in learning about Japanese history and started reading a few history books about Japan. This seems like it will teach me much more.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Besides it being a stellar read, it's very insightful -- I hope you will enjoy it :)

@juliaisagoodwitch 4 жыл бұрын

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

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@nanachii9532 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I found your chanel. You've probably heard this a ton but your voice and accent is so soothing and nice to listen to. For the book, I loved it. I didn't know that it was popular (and the best selling novel in Japan) since I just came across it at the back of my university library. You're insights are really great and informative as well (the economic background especially). I agree with how "romantic" the relationship seemed at first with sensei and the narrator lol I almost thought it was BL.

@slvielisabetarson7510 4 жыл бұрын

okay, i'm sold, gonna check out "I am a Cat". Thank you thank you

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

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@FATIMAPECHI 4 жыл бұрын

I loved your review as well as all the background information on Japanese history. Thank you for this!!! I will definitely take note of this title!!!!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

my pleasure! I’m very happy to hear that :)

@Nerukenshi1233 2 жыл бұрын

そのビデオはありがとうございます！日本語の勉強しますため「こころ」を読んていります。その本は面白そうですね。

@Katie-ug3ep 4 жыл бұрын

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you so much!! 🥰 I'm so happy to hear that you've learnt new things watching me -- sharing knowledge is something I have always been passionate about! 🤗✨

@fatmaalobaid1843 Жыл бұрын

I loved the novel & your video, was really amazing, I like also your point of view & appreciate your search, thanks a lot for sharing it.

@hafsareads4202 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this review. It was so fun to watch! I can also see a lot of research went into this video. I appreciate the cultural and historical context given and will keep all of these points in mind when reading this book!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

yay I’m so glad to hear that the video was informative for you!! I hope you’ll enjoy the book just as much as I did!! 🤗✨

@Missfrankiecat 4 жыл бұрын

I love your style and you never wear the same outfit twice!

@TheFran2555 4 жыл бұрын

Your outfit is so cute 😍😍😍 I trying to read more classics

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much! xx

@hadia9 Жыл бұрын

reading this classic was a sublime experience for me. I finished it a few days ago and have not stopped thinking about it. Your articulate review really does justice to this masterpiece!

@KamisKorner 4 жыл бұрын

I ain't gonna lie, I could listen to you talk about any books BUT your wardrobe is ADORABLE!! You have to be the absolute cutest person on my KZfaq feed! That paired with your radiant positive attitude is Perfection! I adore you!!

@kylecpayen3789 4 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite animes of all time is Samurai Champloo and it also takes place during the Edo period. I’m excited to add Kokoro to my reading list and learn more about Japan. Thank you for this! By far my new favorite KZfaqr!! 💛

@afrugallittlelife 4 жыл бұрын

That collar 😍😍😍 You’re style is so adorable, I absolutely love it 💕 I’m very glad I found your channel, I love how informative and very well thought out your videos are. One of my reading goals this year is to expand my classics reading and your channel is helping me do just that 💕 Thank you ☺️🌻

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

wow that’s so kind of you to say!! thank you very much! I’m so happy I could help you on your journey of reading classics - what a lovely thing to hear - thank you!!💕✨

@BuffytheRealSlayer 4 жыл бұрын

I am SO glad your channel was recommended to me by KZfaq. I love your personality and I have already picked up a few of the books you mentioned in your Black Classics videos, so thank you for suggesting them. ❤

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

aah thank you very much!! I’m glad you found me - I’m glad I could add some interesting books to your TBR 🥰✨

@outi3852 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting video (=another book added to my TBR) & super cute outfit that suits you very well 😊

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Yay! Very happy to hear that -- and thank you so very much! :D

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@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

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@eatfruitsalad345 2 жыл бұрын

i appreciate your video on this -- was looking to read some soseki and you totally sold me on reading this book. i finished it in a single sitting! fascinating stuff, going to read more of his works :)

@mindysbookjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Super cute outfit! I loved hearing about this classic.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!! I'm very happy to hear that!! :D

@victoriatran4063 4 жыл бұрын

I love the flamingos!!! Also will definitely check out this classic!

@milesharrison74 3 жыл бұрын

I think the loneliness that sensei describes becomes clear in the second part. There's this issue between family piety and individualism where even his familial duties conflict with his families desire for him to be successful which also conflicts with his desire to simply figure things out for himself. This conflict confines the narrator when he's with his parents which makes him miss sensei. He has no one to be honest with.

@alisonj.4741 2 жыл бұрын

I am a literature teacher in the US, and I love your videos--your recommendations and analyses are so thoughtful. Thank you for your hard work.

@CaethesFaron 4 жыл бұрын

Love your style! I really like how you give so much history and context. It's very interesting.

@julieannefowler5768 4 жыл бұрын

It was a sheer delight to watch and listen to your speak about Kokoro. The enthusiasm you have for this book has firmly added it to my 'to read' list. I really enjoyed the energy you have, just being you. Thank you for sharing this book.

@maryap8821 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos are honestly the best on booktube! You're amazing!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Why thank you! I am extremely flattered!!

@nieneinei 6 ай бұрын

masterpiece for sure

@inthebooknook6495 4 жыл бұрын

Omg I literally messaged you the outfit game is killing it and I didn’t know you share your outfit in this video. You have blessed us.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

hahaha yeah I figured it would be a nice touch to the video ;P

@isabelleosborne3864 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Really inspiring and interesting. Also, love the collar on your shirt! X

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

ah thank you very much!! xx

@catt5705 4 жыл бұрын

I am so early! Your skirt looks very nice!

@spiritingaway 4 жыл бұрын

Your style is so cute!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!! :D

@ThePrinkB 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing all the information along with the book passages. 💕 You're gonna make me add so many more to my TBR. 😅

@Lynn-CA 4 жыл бұрын

You must have some kind of magic power! For most of the videos you post, from the title I think I won't be interested. However each time I find them fascinating. You educate alongside making me smile and laugh every time. Thank you :)

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Hahah lol, well I'm happy to hear that you find them enjoyable -- hope you have great day and thank you for watching :)

@lyddie465 4 жыл бұрын

such a detailed, thoughtful response. thanks seji! congrats on your new bookcases.

@mslaureenslibrary 4 жыл бұрын

I'm new to your channel. I really enjoyed the historical context. Thank you for some original content. I will be adding this to my TBR.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

It’s my absolute pleasure!! thank you very much for watching :)

@heyimsasa 4 жыл бұрын

aaaaaaah, your style is adorable 😊💖 also thanks for this video ^^ very informative.

@eve3275 4 жыл бұрын

Loved this novel! Read it a few years ago and it was one of the first Japanese novels I read. Thank you for giving some extra perspective! Made me see Natsume Soseki’s works differently :)

@Yelpopr777 3 жыл бұрын

Your voice is so relaxing, it's like ASMR haha

@thomasdaka9920 3 жыл бұрын

You fuel my love for reading. You have my subscription.

@TheBookFinch 4 жыл бұрын

Omg, that flamingo collar is stunning!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It's my favourite collar :D

@lisak2718 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for you video! ive read kokoro last year and really loved it, so seeing you reviewing this book made me especially glad. i love that you gave biographical and cultural insight, your research is so amazing and helpful! also thank you for all the links in the description and all the hard work you putting in your videos!

@sarsarthedinosaur9618 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy you mentioned Soseki Project at the end! My Japanese reading level is pretty low, but the audio that goes with it seems very helpful. I loved Kokoro so much --it also really piqued my interest in this time period of Japanese history. I've been enjoying your Japanese literature content so much, your thoughtful details about the surrounding history and culture are great to listen to. Maybe I can recommend Fumiko Enchi and Yūko Tsushima as two great women Japanese writers if you haven't read them and they seem interesting to you. I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on them as well ^.^

@maryjohnson6296 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't really think about how much I was limiting myself when I made it a goal to read more classics and focused on books commonly read in American high schools. Watching your videos these last couple weeks I am excited to create a TBR list of classics to read that transcends popular United States and British authors.

@chastity6062 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the content you make. Your videos are so genuine and enjoyable. It's clear that you work hard on them. I hope you're resting as well creating all of these videos. Can't wait to read this book someday.

@katiejlumsden 4 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed Botchan so great to hear more about his works!

@hannahjcattanach3324 4 жыл бұрын

Such a great video! I can't believe the amazing depths you went to to research and understand the context in which the book was written

@RedMei126 4 жыл бұрын

I found your channel and have fallen in love with it. You’re so adorbs! Love the flamingo collar. I’ll be placing this book on my Pinterest book list.

@lindanesi2431 4 жыл бұрын

Your voice and tone is so relaxing! It’s like asmr. I also love the way you go in depth with your reviews❤️ so glad i found your channel

@bellecanread 4 жыл бұрын

your outfit is so cute as usual! the flamingo collars 👌🏽. i loved hearing your interpretations of the book and all of the quotes you shared - the book sounds so good! i can’t wait to see your new bookcases haha 😂

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you so much!! 😊✨✨ And yeah me too hahah, my room at this point was starting to become uninhabitable -- books strewn everywhere lmao 😂

@emilyr8668 4 жыл бұрын

this book sounds so touching and i have so much time coming up soon to read so im going to get it!!!! im so glad i came across this video

@wisewillow5731 2 жыл бұрын

What a delightful find you have been!! New sub for sure xx

@tondotkats 4 жыл бұрын

oh man, now i have to reread kokoro because apparently i've forgotten everything about it and your reviews always make me want to read all the books 😊 also, that collar is everything! and that website sounds amazing. will definitely be checking it out

@Millennial_Luxe 4 жыл бұрын

I love your hair!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

thank you!! :)

@mei4755 3 жыл бұрын

just ordered this and i can't wait to read it!! i adore the way you speak so much

@TheArtisanGeek 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!! I hope you'll enjoy the book! :D

@kanki122 3 жыл бұрын

this book hit me hard, i feel for sensei

@fridahshonko581 Жыл бұрын

The summary of kokoro you've just done it well and made me understand it moree❤

@TheArtisanGeek Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! :D

@borikenhazel 4 жыл бұрын

Excuse me but this is the most informative and fun book related video I've ever watched. I love learning about history, so I was excited when you started to speak about the historical context regarding Japan. I really enjoyed your explanation. I've always been interested in reading more classics from people around the world, and you've successfully convinced me to add this to my list. (Also, I love your outfit. 🤍)

@ajkity 4 жыл бұрын

I just love your energy and your hair! I'm a new subbie!

@GraceSutachan 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! I don't know much about booktube but I haven't seen many channels discussing classics. I'm glad I found yours :) Also I love your sense of style.

@ingwerschwensen8115 4 жыл бұрын

This had been sitting on my Watch later list for weeks now! And I did this, watched that, thought Oh, not right now, at least had me a Kurosawa week instead (that was good), even watched other content by you (also good, what's more, I got to see your "Grew some" and was very impressed, and very moved). Am I glad that somehow seemingly missing piece finally fell into place because I just had a highly enjoyable, intellectually stimulating viewing experience due to your very good review. Thanks.

@wickerlibrary 4 жыл бұрын

ugh your outfit is so lovely how dare you look so beautiful and put together while i watch you on my bed, late in the afternoon, still in my pajamas from a week ago :/

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

hahahh thank you!!🥰✨ KZfaq is the only reason now for me to dress up 😂😂

@wickerlibrary 4 жыл бұрын

The Artisan Geek lol that’s valid xD

@michellendem 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, I can’t believe it took me this long to discover this channel! Your review is so interesting, combined with historical context is like watching a modern documentary. Have you ever read Donald Keene criticisms of Japanese authors? I think you’d like his work

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Why thank you very much!! I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed it :) Oh I have only read some of his translations, but I will make sure to have a look a that -- thank you very much!

@lauramartinezbelli6947 3 жыл бұрын

Great research and you are so charming. Thank you very much. Greetings from Madrid, Spain.

@carolinafierro5728 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!! ❤️

@m.pallen5494 4 жыл бұрын

Every book review of yours makes me want to go out and buy it right away. I've only just found your channel and I'm stuck now 😭😭❤

@bunstiftno1 4 жыл бұрын

hey :) first of all, I totally like your outfit /style! it's so cute! + I love flamingos, they are my favorite animals, so that is also a plus :D I am really interested in Japanese and Asian literature in general. I also studied Korean studies at university, so there are often crossovers to Japan naturally 😊 Thank you for recommending the book and providing so much information surrounding it! I agree that context is so important, when it comes to fully enjoying a classic like that. I have never read anything from Natsume Soseki before, but now I really want to check him out! The 'I am a cat' novel also sounds really interesting! Also thank you for linking the Soseki project, I will go and check it out now! 😌

@halfpintrr 4 жыл бұрын

I love the research you do for these! Ahh so good

@albertobozzetto8939 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, good job, thanks so much, AG.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much -- it's my pleasure :D

@anniemae9573 4 жыл бұрын

THE OUTFIT!!!

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! :D

@sasha7628 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for your review! i've been meaning to reading Kokoro for ages and i hope to get to it soon. I love that you provided the author's biography and broader historical context of that time. Love your review (and your outfit, it's very cute!)

@nathaliapanesi3474 4 жыл бұрын

Love japanese authors, but usually I read the modern ones like Murakami, Hiromi Kawakami, Banana Yoshimoto and Sayaka Murata. Oh and I also read lots of mangas. Everytime I think about reading some jp classics they seem to be about older man lusting after young girls or married people having affairs, so I never get to them. But I hope to try I am a cat soon. Great video (and lovely outfit)

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Oh I didn't know that! I have read three modern classics so far and all were not about that haha 😂 Also I love Sayaka Murata's work! Her upcoming novel Earthlings is really good (but also really strange and at times uncomfortable lol)

@nathaliapanesi3474 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheArtisanGeek guess it's just an impression then. here in brazil I always look at Yasunari Kawabata's books and they seem all about love affairs... also Junichiro Tanizaki. But I'll look harder and stop judging lol

@joellareads3970 4 жыл бұрын

I love clothes please continue to talk about your out fits and style!!✨ I like that addition to the vid, felt more personal for some reason 😂

@elenathegreat 4 жыл бұрын

your fashion game is always so strong! the flamingo collar ahhh. i've been familiar with kokoro but honestly didn't know a lot about the plot. excited to check out this classic!

@caroorduz2071 4 жыл бұрын

You're so intelligent and adorable and so cute, I just discovered you're social media presence and I just love you're bubbling and humble personality.

@TheArtisanGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Ah that is so nice of you to say -- thank you so much for your kind words!! xx

@Pianofurte 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such an enjoyable video! Kokoro is one of my favourite Japanese classics and I was intrigued to hear you recite portions of the translated text as I read it in Japanese and always wondered how it reads in English. I think this book really expresses the Japanese psyche well, which of course still exists as the undercurrent to modern-day Japanese society. I always recommend this book to anyone who asks about Japanese literature or culture 😊