In this reading vlog, I’m doing something that feels equal parts chaotic and exciting: reading Japanese classics entirely in the original Japanese. I take you with me through three absolute masterpieces—夏目漱石の『こゝろ』, 吉本ばななの『キッチン』, and 小川洋子の『博士の愛した数式』—and I share what it’s actually like to stay immersed when the language is the “real deal,” not simplified for learners. This is very much my holistic language learning approach in action: I’m not trying to understand every single word perfectly. Instead, I focus on building momentum, noticing patterns, and letting meaning accumulate through context. Along the way, I talk about how I choose books, how I structure my reading sessions so I don’t burn out, and how I keep motivation high when the text gets dense. If you want a realistic look at advanced Japanese reading—plus cozy Japan study vlog vibes—this one is for you.