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Quote by Yasunari Kawabata

“Because you cannot see him, God is everywhere.”

Quote by Yasunari Kawabata

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Yasunari Kawabata

Yasunari Kawabata was a renowned Japanese novelist born on June 14, 1899, and passed away on April 16, 1972. His works are known for their delicate emotional descriptions and unique cultural background of Japan, making him an indispensable figure in the history of Japanese literature. more

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