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Japanese creative industry releases
Overview
In September 2026, several Japanese creative professionals released new works. Actor Shizumi Ishikawa launched her first photobook, ‘MONOLOGUE’, published by Tokyo News Service, which she described as a ‘self-introduction’ capturing her transition into her twenties.
Later in the month, author Kanako Nishi released her first major novel in five years, titled ‘Kizumono’, published by Shogakukan. The character-driven ensemble piece has received endorsements from various public figures and praise from bookstore employees across Japan.
Entities
Kujukuri Beach · Vancouver · Shizumi Ishikawa · Shogakukan · Naoki Matayoshi
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesKanako Nishi releases new novel ‘Kizumono’
Author Kanako Nishi released her first long-form novel in five years, ‘Kizumono’, on September 30, 2026, published by Shogakukan.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesShizumi Ishikawa releases first photobook ‘MONOLOGUE’
Actor Shizumi Ishikawa celebrated the release of her first photobook, ‘MONOLOGUE’, at a press event, describing the work as a cinematic self-introduction capturing her transition into her twenties.
Sources
dtimes.jp · prtimes.jp · shogakukan.co.jp