What is true happiness, really?
けれどもほんたうのさいはひは一体何だらう。
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Kenji Miyazawa
Miyazawa Kenji (1896-1933) was a Japanese poet and children's author whose fantastical tales - including 'Night on the Galactic Railroad' and 'The Restaurant of Many Orders' - blend Buddhist philosophy with scientific wonder. Virtually unknown during his lifetime, he is now one of Japan's most beloved literary figures.
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