Quotes by Jyunichiro Tanizaki

The stony Shallow Stream—

So pure that even the moon 

Seeks it out to dwell in it. 

——“The Bridge of Dream” Jyunichiro Tanizaki 

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Sadness lasts but a moment,

And once you awaken

Happiness was only a dream.

——“A Blind Man’s Tale” Jyunichiro Tanizaki

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Deep under the eaves

Let us plant gourd vines,

Plant them and let them flourish

So that they can sway freely, freely,

As freely as they please.

——“A Blind Man’s Tale” Jyunichiro Tanizaki

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The cold winter rains and the snow

Only fall now and then-

But because of you, my tears

Are falling constantly.

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Even though you love,

Do not let your love be known.

But do not forget

While you pretend you do not love!