Stories of Osaka Life

Explore the rough and gritty side of pre-World War II Japan through the vivid stories of one of the country's most notorious underground writers. Oda Sakunosuke's unapologetic focus on Japan's hustlers, bunglers, and misfits will transport you to a world rarely seen by traditional literature. Despite their flaws, Sakunosuke's characters are imbued with a sense of humanity and empathy that will stay with you long after the final page.