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JAPAN LIBRARYJapan Library is translating selected works that received high praise within Japan but have remained unknown to the world at large. Now available in English, these books introduce diverse aspects of Japan and Japanese thought. The list will continue to grow as more hidden treasures are shared. Outstanding books, now available in EnglishThe book presents the Japanese philosophy of mujo (transience) and how it relates to Japan’s modern society. As a leading expert on the history of Japanese philosophy, Takeuchi provides a stimulating and thoughtful read for people interested in ethics, the environment, philosophy, spirituality, and the challenges society faces in a modern context.Flower Petals Fall, but the Flower EnduresThe Japanese Philosophy of TransienceSeiichi Takeuchi Price: Hardcover USD 25.00 / ISBN: 978-4-916055-48-4Also available at close to 1,000 university and public libraries worldwide.▼ For more information, please visithttp://www.japan.go.jp/publications/japanlibrary/A Seasonal SelectionIn March 2017, the author Seiichi Takeuchi held a special seminar with the Columbia Business School. There he explained the characteristics of Japanese philosophy: “If hidden, it is the flower. If not hidden, it cannot be the flower.” The students responded with incisive questions.Communicating with Columbia Business School