The novel Time Shelter has been officially published in Japan, according to an announcement made by author Georgi Gospodinov. Gospodinov confirmed on social media that the book was released in April by the Kayakawa publishing house in Tokyo. The publication marks a significant cultural milestone, as the work is noted to be the first Bulgarian novel published in Japan since 1989, an achievement the author described as a breakthrough for Bulgarian literature in the country.
The novel has seen immediate commercial success upon its release, currently ranking among the top five best-selling foreign publications on Amazon Japan. Gospodinov acknowledged the successful translation effort, crediting Kenji Terashima for the Japanese version. The international reception highlights the growing global readership for Gospodinov’s work.
While he added a lighthearted comment regarding another author, the focus remains on the successful literary entry into the Japanese market. The novel’s publication in Japan underscores the author’s established international profile. His previous works have been translated into a wide array of languages, including English, German, Polish, Dutch, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, and Brazilian Portuguese, demonstrating a sustained global appeal for his writing.
The successful launch of Time Shelter solidifies the visibility of modern Bulgarian literature within the Japanese publishing sphere.
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