Each person feels pain in his own way, each has his own scars.

In Japan they prefer the realistic style. They like answers and conclusions, but my stories have none. I want to leave them wide open to every possibility. I think my readers understand that openness.

I have no models in Japanese literature. I created my own style, my own way.

And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about.

Loneliness becomes an acid that eats away at you.

The pillow smells like the sunlight, a precious smell.

I collect records. And cats. I don't have any cats right now. But if I'm taking a walk and I see a cat, I'm happy.