Woman of Steel Haru Kobayashi Book Japan Import Official

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Woman of Steel Haru Kobayashi Book Japan Import Official. Born in 1900, she lost her sight early in life and entered the world of geisha at age five. ✔ This is an authentic Woman of Steel Haru Kobayashi Book from Japan. This official Japanese import is a physical printed paper publication, perfect for collectors and fans of Japanese literature and cultural history. Woman of Steel Haru Kobayashi Book Japan Import Official Key Features ✔ This is an authentic Woman of Steel Haru Kobayashi Book from Japan. This official Japanese import is a physical printed paper publication, perfect for collectors and fans of Japanese literature and cultural history. Carefully inspected and stored to ensure quality for our international customers. ✔ This book tells the remarkable life story of Haru Kobayashi, a blind woman who became a renowned master of the geisha art form during the Edo period. Born in 1900, she lost her sight early in life and entered the world of geisha at age five. With only a shamisen, she traveled across Japan, performing songs and earning her livelihood as a traveling artist. Her life, marked by resilience and dedication, is vividly documented through detailed research and interviews. ✔ This nonfiction work includes chapters on her early life, strict discipline, unrequited love, and her journey through changing seasons. It features insights into her career as a living national treasure and her enduring spirit. ✔ Item Specifics: ✔ This item is an official product released in Japan, making it ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of Japanese culture and history. It provides a detailed account of a legendary figure, offering insight into traditional Japanese performing arts and resilience. ✔ C:Title: Woman of Steel Haru Kobayashi Book ✔ C:Language: Japanese ✔ C:Format: Paperback / Book ✔ C:Publisher: Shueisha Bunko ✔ C:Genre: Biography / Non-fiction ✔ C:Condition: Previously owned in excellent condition ✔ C:Country of Origin: Japan ✔ C:Publication Year: Not specified ✔ C:Pages: Not specified ✔ C:ISBN: Not specified ✔ C:Theme: Cultural history, Geisha, Blind performers ✔ C:Author: Akiko Shimojuu ✔ C:Dimensions: Not specified ✔ C:Weight: Not specified Specifications Brand Shueisha Country Japan California Prop 65 Warning No Country/Region of Manufacture Japan Language Japanese Unit Quantity 1 Unit Type Unit Color Multi-color Product Description Thank you for taking a look at the item we are listing. This item is a used item. If you have any questions or concerns about this item, please feel free to contact us. 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