The Power of the Classics: Ikusagami by Shogo Imamura and the Wellington Frame

I read Ikusagami by Shogo Imamura, expecting something familiar—and that’s exactly what it was, in a good way.The story follows a classic structure, but the characters feel deeply alive, which makes it hard to stop reading.It reminded me that when something “standard” is done with care and honesty, it can be incredibly powerful.The same is true for novels, craftsmanship, and even a well-made pair of classic glasses.