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Tomoko Hoshino writing a book at her home in Kamakura
Snail illustration by Tomoko Hoshino

Tomoko Hoshino writing in Kamakura

2023 Keibunsha

Tomoko's Kamakura Four Seasons Diary

Tomoko Hoshino's diary of the four seasons living in the Japan's ancient samurai city of Kamakura depicts the interactions between nature, flowers, birds, and people with a gentle eye and sensitivity.

Cover of Tomoko Hoshino's ""Tomoko's Kamakura Four Seasons Diary""
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2012 Heibonsha

Dreams & Fantasy, The World of Vermeer

15 essays that expand your imagination by listening to the conversations you hear within the works of the great painter Vermeer. Welcome to the surprising world of Vermeer presented by Tomoko Hoshino.

Cover of "Dreams & Fantasy, The World of Vermeer" by Tomoko Hoshino
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2015 Kodansha

A Samurai’s Daughter Living Today

Etsuko Sugimoto, the daughter of a samurai, left Japan in the Meiji era to New York. Tomoko Hoshino, fellow native of the town, deciphers the life of Etsuko who became a best-selling author 100 years ago.

Cover of Tomoko Hoshino's "A Samurai's Daughter Living Today"
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2006 Shogakukan

​​​To My Hometown

A nostalgic picture book depicting the four seasons of Niigata with poems by Tomoko Hoshino and illustrations by Ken Kuroi. It was planned to aid efforts following the large Earthquake in this area.

Cover of "Furusato e; To my hometown" written by Tomoko Hoshino and illustrated by Ken Kuroi
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鎌倉四季だより・武士の娘
夢想空想美術館・ふる里へ

2002 Shueisha

​Paris and The Seven Museums

A series of essays by Tomoko Hoshino explores the unique museums in Paris. Feeling the city's atmosphere, she strolls through the hideaways of masters of beauty such as Dali, Delacroix, Moreau, Picasso.

Cover of "Paris and The Seven Museums" by Tomoko Hoshino
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2000 Shogakukan

A Vermeer Journey through Holland

An art travelogue in which Tomoko Hoshino went to the Dutch, drawn to the treasure works of Vermeer. She feels the light and atmosphere of the studio and solves the mystery of the treasured paintings.

Cover of "A Vermeer Journey through Holland" by Tomoko Hoshino
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2002 Kodansha

Eat Wins!

Paraguay, India, Iceland, China. Tomoko Hoshino's journey to discover the world's unique foods. A good trip, like delicious food, leaves a lasting aftertaste. Cover design and illustrations by Shinbo Minami.

Cover of "Eat Wins!" by Tomoko Hoshino
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2000 Kodansha

Tomoko Hoshino's Photo & Essays Travel Photo Gallery

Tomoko Hoshino, the star of NHK's drama "Nacchan's Photo Studio", travels with her camera in hand. When she presses the shutter, her own heart is also captured. Over 70 color works are included.

Cover of "Tomoko Hoshino's Photo & Essay Travel Photo Gallery" by Tomoko Hoshino
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七つの美術館・食べるが勝ち
オランダの旅・旅の写心館

1999 Kodansha

​A Hectic Trip to Labyrinth of Paris with Grandma & Kids

Tomoko Hoshino comes to Paris with her mother to visit her sister. Family trips are not just elegant days spent in the labyrinth city. What will become of this esprit-filled vacation? Illustration by Tomoko Hoshino

Cover of Tomoko Hoshino's book "A Hectic trip to Labyrinth of Paris with Grandma & Kids"
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1994 Kodansha

​Journey to Land without Toilets - Go to The Frontier

Lands with poor toilet facilities are more humane & interesting! A moving and humorous story that Tomoko Hoshino had been experienced in the Andes, Siberia, and Yunnan in China and the lands without toilets.

Cover of "Journey to Land without Toilets - Go Frontier" by Tomoko Hoshino
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1997 Shueisha

If The Snail Looks Back

An actress who has traveled the world writes about her everyday life & encounters with people. Collection of essays written with a gentle mind & hand-drawn illustrations. Winner of the 17th Japan Literary Award, in 1997.

Cover of "If The Snail Looks Back" by Tomoko Hoshino
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1990 TV Asahi

​Riding on The Muddy Stream - Amazon, The River of Desire

A journey 6,300 km up the long Amazon River in search of astonishing untouched nature and encounters with unknown people. A record of the 50 days Tomoko Hoshino spent there for a Japan's TV documentary.

Cover of Tomoko Hoshino's "Riding on the Muddy Stream - Amazon, The River of Desire"
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花のパリ・デンデン虫
トイレのない旅・濁流に乗って

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葉の影

The latest essays written in simple words
Kamakura, Day by Day

“Eat Win!” written by Tomoko Hoshino
“Journey to Land without Toilets - Go to The Frontier” written by Tomoko Hoshino
“A Hectic Trip to Labyrinth of Paris with Grandma & Kids” written by Tomoko Hoshino
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Tomoko Hoshino's World Travel Trilogy

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Maison d’un Limaçon

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