One heart is not connected to another through harmony alone. They are, instead, linked deeply through their wounds

Understanding' is merely the sum total of our misunderstandings.

At times like this, adults need a drink

Ever since that happened to me, I haven't been able to give myself to anyone in this world.

Killing time is not an easy job.

I like to read books. I like to listen to music.

When I write a novel I put into play all the information inside me. It might be Japanese information or it might be Western; I don't draw a distinction between the two.