Lecture "The Magpie's Eye: A Gaze That Finds the Seeds of Stories – With British Author Frances Hardinge" (Recorded Stream)
Now onDatesMar 31, 2026 – Mar 31, 2027
Ueno
[Ueno] Lecture "The Magpie's Eye: A Gaze That Finds the Seeds of Stories – With British Author Frances Hardinge" – Available as a Recorded Stream
Overview
The lecture "The Magpie's Eye: A Gaze That Finds the Seeds of Stories – With British Author Frances Hardinge" is being held in the Ueno area. It is offered as a recorded stream and can be watched on YouTube.
The speaker is British author Frances Hardinge, with translation by Ritsuko Sanbe. The lecture explores the background of Hardinge's creative work, looking at the perspective from which she draws inspiration for her stories.
The lecture is aimed mainly at junior high school students and older, but anyone can watch. It is accessible to people of all ages who are interested in storytelling and what goes on behind the creative process.
No registration is required. Because it is a recorded stream on YouTube, you can watch it whenever and wherever is convenient for you. It is also a chance to enjoy a lecture by an overseas author in Japanese through subtitles and translation.
Exploring, in the author's own words, where the "seeds" of stories are found, this program should appeal to book lovers and anyone interested in creative writing.
Event Information
- Period: March 31, 2026 – March 31, 2027
- How to watch: Recorded stream on YouTube
- Audience: Mainly junior high school students and older (open to all viewers)
- Registration: Not required
- Speaker: Frances Hardinge
- Translation: Ritsuko Sanbe
- Last checked: Aug 28, 2026
Information is as of the date last checked. Schedules may change or events may be cancelled, so please check the official website for the latest details.
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