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Folktaler Stories

Welcome to Folktaler Stories, a calming podcast inspired by childhood storytimes. Born from a hobby to cope with anxiety, we share the joy of reading favorite books, folktales out loud with listeners worldwide. Our host"s soothing voice eases anxiety and promotes connection, creating a peaceful escape from daily stresses. Rediscover the simple joy of being read to and let the power of the spoken word bring warmth and comfort to your heart. Subscribe to Read It Aloud and embark on a soothing literary

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00:16:57

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 35: Running away

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2023/04/24

In Chapter 35 of Murakami's Kafka on the Shore,In the early morning, Oshima rouses Kafka with a phone call, instructing him to gather his belongings. As Oshima arrives in the Miata to collect Kafka, he shares during the journey that the authorities are ramping up their search efforts. Consequently, Oshima decides to take Kafka back to the cabin for safety. The police have linked the crime to an elderly man from Nakano who traveled to Takamatsu, and Oshima feels as though everything is

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00:23:08

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 34: to hell with the...

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2023/04/19

In Chapter 34 of Murakami's Kafka on the Shore, In the hotel, Nakata takes a long nap while Hoshino quits his job without worrying. Hoshino explores the city and finds a nice coffee shop. He feels lost, but believes he's meant to be with Nakata. The cafe owner, a retired official, asks if the music bothers Hoshino. He likes the music, which is Beethoven's Archduke Trio. Hoshino visits again, and this time, the owner plays Haydn. Childhood memories make Hoshino see his life as

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00:17:26

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 33: Kafka means Crow...

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2023/04/17

In Chapter 33 of Murakami's Kafka on the Shore, taking a break from his job at the library, Kafka decides to spend his morning at the gym, contemplating his relationship with Miss Saeki. Crow, a boy he knows, tells Kafka he is trapped both in his relationship with Miss Saeki and in his new life at the library. As he returns to the library, Kafka spots some police officers and grows anxious about being caught. Upon his arrival, Oshima notes that Kafka brought all of his belongings to the gym in

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00:28:51

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 32: Nakata is empty...

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2023/04/16

In Chapter 32 of Murakami's Kafka on the Shore, During breakfast, Hoshino and Nakata discuss the entrance stone, with Nakata uncertain about its purpose. Nakata confesses feeling like an empty vessel, having lost not only his memories but his entire self. Hoshino comforts him, noting that everyone experiences such feelings occasionally. He shares his grandfather's wisdom: chance encounters give life meaning. Meanwhile, a storm brews outside. Nakata reveals the stone is a gateway to a world

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00:24:14

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 31: Kafka and Miss Saeki

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2023/04/16

In Chapter 31 of Murakami's Kafka on the Shore, In the afternoon, Kafka brings coffee to Miss Saeki's office. He observes her, searching for any indication that she remembers the previous night, but finds none. During their conversation, Miss Saeki expresses the importance of birth and death locations. When Kafka inquires if she returned to Takamatsu to die, she admits uncertainty. Kafka shares his theory: his father desired death because he loved Miss Saeki, and after she left, he

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00:14:26

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 30: Stealing the...

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2023/04/16

In Chapter 30 of Murakami's Kafka on the Shore, As Hoshino follows the figure resembling Colonel Sanders into the woods behind the shrine, he learns that this entity is not the capitalist icon, but a formless being who assumed that shape. Tasked with maintaining the flow of time and preserving the boundaries between worlds, the entity takes Hoshino to a smaller shrine. There, he instructs Hoshino to retrieve the entrance stone. Hesitant, Hoshino fears desecrating the shrine and offending God

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00:15:30

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 29: Kafka, Sakura and...

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2023/04/16

In Chapter 29 of Murakami's Kafka on the Shore, Kafka Tamura's journey leads him to a somber realization about his life. Feeling the weight of his past and the unresolved matters, Kafka decides to call Sakura, his confidante, for some solace. Their conversation becomes an emotional exchange, where Kafka opens up about his experiences, his struggles, and the enigmatic connection to his sister. Sakura, a pillar of support, reassures him and encourages him to stay strong. As the chapter

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00:11:17

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 28: Like there is no...

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2023/04/16

In Chapter 28 of "Kafka on the Shore" by Haruki Murakami, Hoshino meets Colonel Sanders, an enigmatic figure resembling the KFC mascot. This peculiar encounter leads them on a quest to find a lost object crucial to the unfolding narrative. Colonel Sanders possesses supernatural abilities, guiding Hoshino through a dizzying adventure in Takamatsu City. As they navigate this extraordinary journey, Hoshino learns about fate, choice, and the interconnectedness of their lives to the larger

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00:18:10

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 27: Are you in love?

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2023/04/11

In this chapter of Kafka on the Shore by Murukami, Once more, the youthful apparition of Miss Saeki materializes in Kafka's room during the night. This time, he calls out to her, repeating her name with increasing urgency. He fears that if she disappears, he will be left heartbroken. For the first time, she seems to notice him, but she soon vanishes. The following day, a detective visits the library and speaks with Oshima, attempting to locate Kafka for questioning. The police have traced Koichi

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00:20:28

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 26: Colonel Sanders...

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2023/04/10

In Chapter 26 of "Kafka on the Shore" by Haruki Murakami, we witness a surreal and somewhat comical encounter between Hoshino, a truck driver, and a character who introduces himself as Colonel Sanders. This episode adds a touch of magical realism to the novel, blending the ordinary with the extraordinary in a distinctly Murakami-esque fashion. Hoshino, who has become Nakata's companion and helper, finds himself in the heart of Takamatsu city, where they are searching for an enigmatic

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00:29:55

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 25: Kafka jealous of...

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2023/04/10

In "Kafka on the Shore," Kafka Tamura's second encounter with Miss Saeki is a pivotal moment that further develops the complexity of their relationship. This encounter occurs when Kafka, after having run away from home and taken refuge in the Komura Memorial Library, starts working there as a helper. One day, Kafka finds Miss Saeki in the library's archive room, and they engage in a conversation. Saeki, a mysterious and melancholic woman, was once a talented singer-songwriter but

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00:20:55

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 24: Nakata sleep and...

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2023/04/10

In Chapter 24 of "Kafka on the Shore," we follow Nakata and Hoshino as they continue their journey. Nakata, an elderly man with an extraordinary ability to communicate with cats, has been entrusted with a mission to find a mysterious entrance stone. Hoshino, a young truck driver, has taken on the role of Nakata's helper and protector. Throughout their travels, Nakata shares his limited knowledge of the entrance stone with Hoshino. Although he does not know the stone's precise

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00:32:21

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 23: The ghost

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2023/04/09

In Chapter 23 of "Kafka on the Shore," Kafka indeed encounters a ghost-like figure during his stay in the Komura Memorial Library. The scene takes place late at night when Kafka is unable to sleep when he sees a ghost-like figure of a young woman sitting at a table, staring at the painting of the young boy on the shore. The mysterious figure doesn't seem to notice Kafka's presence initially, and he hesitates, unsure whether to engage in a conversation. The ethereal nature of the

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00:26:45

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 22: Hoshino and Nakata

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2023/04/09

In Chapter 22 of "Kafka on the Shore," the narrative shifts its focus to the enigmatic Nakata. As he sits by the bank of the river, Nakata reflects on his past and life story. Born in the early 20th century, Nakata was an ordinary and intelligent boy until a bizarre incident occurred when he was a schoolboy during World War II. The incident, known as the "Rice Bowl Hill Incident," involved Nakata and his classmates losing consciousness while on a mushroom-picking trip. When

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00:22:39

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 21: The prophecy...

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2023/04/09

In Chapter 21 of "Kafka on the Shore," Kafka Tamura and Oshima discuss a series of newspaper articlesthat has come our recently. As they discuss the articles, Kafka and Oshima delve into the symbolism and significance of Oedipus. Oshima, who is well-versed in literature and art, shares his knowledge of the story of Oedipus, a tragic figure in Greek mythology who inadvertently fulfills a prophecy that he would kill his father and marry his mother. This connection to Oedipus resonates with

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00:30:50

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 20: Its raining leeches

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2023/04/08

In chapter 20 of Haruki Murakami's novel "Kafka on the Shore," the narrative turns its focus to the enigmatic Nakata, who has left the Nakano Ward to embark on an uncertain journey. Nakata, a simple-minded elderly man with a unique ability to communicate with cats, is driven by an instinctual force that he can neither comprehend nor resist. This chapter details Nakata's experiences and encounters as he ventures into the unknown. Nakata's journey commences as he relies on the

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00:29:28

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 19: Oshima

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2023/04/08

In Chapter 19 of Haruki Murakami's "Kafka on the Shore," the narrative follows the protagonist, Kafka Tamura, as he returns to the Komura Memorial Library after spending time at the mountain cabin. The chapter is centered on Kafka's thoughts, experiences, and interactions with the other characters as he settles back into his life at the library. Upon his return, Kafka feels a sense of relief and comfort in being back at the library, where he has found a temporary refuge from his

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00:19:17

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 18: Whiskers,...

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2023/04/08

Chapter 18 of Haruki Murakami's "Kafka on the Shore" sees the simple-minded, yet mystical Nakata engaged in a pivotal act that serves as a turning point in the novel. After recovering the lost cat Goma, he decides to return her to her owners, the Koizumi family. The chapter opens with Nakata, a man with a unique ability to communicate with cats, making his way to the Koizumis' home. Despite his lack of intellect and a limited understanding of the world around him, Nakata is

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00:32:05

Kafka on the shore by Murukami, 17: Kafka's Journey...

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2023/04/08

"Kafka on the Shore" is a novel by Haruki Murakami that blends magical realism with themes of fate, identity, and personal growth. Chapter 17 focuses on Kafka's stay in a secluded cabin in the woods and the return of Oshima, a supporting character. In this chapter, Kafka, the protagonist, has sought refuge in a cabin in the forest, away from the chaotic life he left behind. He is attempting to escape a prophecy that predicts he will commit terrible acts against his family. Kafka is

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00:29:14

Unraveling the Sinister Melody: Nakata's Fateful...

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2023/04/05

In Chapter 16 of Haruki Murakami's novel "Kafka on the Shore," the reader witnesses the tense and climactic confrontation between the simple-minded Nakata and the enigmatic character known as Johnnie Walker. The chapter is filled with suspense and surrealism, as it brings forth one of the most striking episodes in the book. The chapter begins with Nakata being led into Johnnie Walker's home, a place filled with an unsettling atmosphere. Nakata is disturbed by the sounds of cats

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