Haruki Murakami in NYC

Haruki Murakami is a singular talent. A globally recognized literary icon, his works including Norwegian Wood, 1Q84 and The City and Its Uncertain Walls have been read by millions and been translated into more than 50 languages. He is heralded for his thought-provoking prose seamlessly blending real and surreal elements as well as a deep passion for music, woven into his books.

Japan Society is now honored to welcome him to New York for: 

Murakami Mixtape:
An Evening of Music and Spoken Word
In Celebration of Acclaimed Author Haruki Murakami

This special event will feature:
Opening Remarks by Haruki Murakami live on stage
Readings curated by Motoyuki Shibata and Roland Kelts
Music curated by Jason Moran

Presented by:
Japan Society, the Town Hall, and ANA
With the support of The Center for Fiction

December 11th at the Town Hall (123 W 43rd St)

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This special event is presented by Japan Society, the Town Hall, and ANA with the support of The Center for Fiction.

Japan Society’s 120th anniversary initiatives and related programs are generously supported by Champion Sponsor, MUFG Bank, Ltd.; Advocate Sponsor, Mizuho Americas; and Friend Sponsor, Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas).

Japan Society programs are supported by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. Additional support for cultural programs is provided by an anonymous donor, the Sandy Heck Lecture Fund, and Anime NYC.

Japan Society’s NYC Japanese Literature and supported by a grant from the Toshiba International Foundation.