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Bryan Washington Reads “Hatagaya Lore”

The New Yorker: The Writer's Voice - New Fiction from The New Yorker

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Night Conversations in Tokyo

This chapter unfolds in a lively Tokyo bar where the narrator and Yoshi share drinks and playful banter during Yoshi's first visit to the city. Their interactions reveal deeper themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and the intersection of personal struggles with societal expectations, particularly surrounding Yoshi's impending marriage. The chapter encapsulates fleeting moments of joy and connection that illuminate the complexities of relationships amidst the vibrant yet isolating nightlife.

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