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Bizarre illustrations from a small book I bought ages ago -- maybe cost me $ .50. I only wanted the book because of these pictures and the hilarious front cover, but now I sort of wish I'd saved the whole thing. I love that I can look at these and feel simultaneously amused and disturbed. Click to enlarge, and check out the level of detail. I have no idea what the story is ... but if you can decipher that cover, do tell me what it says!
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Loving you wood floor backdrop! Perfect. It just so happens to be my favorite characteristic of my house.
ReplyDeleteMy friend in Japan sent me this answer this evening.
ReplyDeleteThe translation is "Bokko-Chan" and underneath is the name of the name Mr. Shinichi Hoshi.
Bokko-Chan doesnt actually mean anything but comes from Ana-bokko or Ana which means Hole. Chan often comes after a childs first name after his friends call him/her. I suppose this story might be related to holes.Mr Shinichi Hoshi is a famous essayist whose books I read a lot when I was a child.
Hope my last comment worked to you on this post. Let me know if you didnt receive translation
ReplyDeleteErin: Wood floors are *wonderful*, huh?
ReplyDeleteClare: You are a dear! Thank you so much for asking your friend. That's fascinating, and I'm happy to finally know something about the book. How sweet of you to find out for me <3