Japanese used bookstores see 5x sales surge as books are being bought by the ton
Short-term boom could lead to a longer-term drought and removal of important works from circulation.
Summary
A recent surge in sales at Japanese used bookstores has raised concerns about the potential long-term impact on book availability, as valuable works may be removed from circulation. The short-term buying frenzy could signal a troubling future for literary access in Japan.
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