Around Mr. Yasunari Kawabata

This film captures the day after Yasunari Kawabata received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Set at Kawabata's residence in Kamakura, it features a discussion among Kawabata, Yukio Mishima, and literary critic Sei Itō, highlighting the importance of this literary achievement for Japan.

The film serves as a historical document, providing insights into the thoughts and interactions of these influential writers. It presents a unique opportunity to observe how Kawabata's win was celebrated by his contemporaries. For collectors, this film represents an important piece of Japan's literary history, especially for those interested in the works of Kawabata and his impact on literature.