Yoshitake Jun Anthology of Songs Past and Future 2001-2008 Japan

by Yoshitake Jun

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Yoshitake Jun Anthology of Songs Past and Future 2001-2008 Japan Key Features ✔ This anthology features the poetic works of Jun Yoshitake, showcasing his collection of 306 tanka poems written between 2001 and 2008. All included poems were selected through submissions and competitions, with 91 poems accompanied by reviewer commentary. The collection highlights Yoshitake’s consistent participation in literary contests such as the Yosano Akiko Tanka Literature Award, the Mainichi Uta-dan Award, and the Yomiuri Uta-dan Annual Award, all of which he received. This first collection of his poetry reflects his dedication to the art form, with each poem having been chosen through submissions to literary and newspaper contests. ✔ Yoshitake Jun, born in 1948 in Fukuoka Prefecture, is a distinguished poet and copywriter. He graduated from Tokyo University of Foreign Studies with a degree in French and later worked at Dentsu Inc., earning recognition such as the 35th Asahi Advertising Award for Minolta Camera. After leaving Dentsu in 2000, he continued his career as a freelance copywriter. His poetic achievements include the 2002 Mainichi Uta-dan Award, the 2005 Yosano Akiko Tanka Literature Award, and the 2005 Yomiuri Uta-dan Annual Award, selected by poet Tawaraya Maki. ✔ This collection is a must-have for poetry enthusiasts and those interested in contemporary Japanese tanka poetry, offering a deep insight into Yoshitake’s poetic voice and literary accomplishments. ✔ Key Features: ✔ -

• Year: 2001
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Fine

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