If you haven't already, take a look at Three Percent for summaries of all the books long-listed for the Best Translated Book Award. They're written in the form of an argument for "why this book should win."
Often humorous, these write-ups will definitely inspire you to pick up one, two, or many more of these books.
Can you go wrong with Javier Marias and Elvis?
Dazai in Mitaka
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In *The Japan Times* Eric Margolis goes on The search for Osamu
Dazai's memory in his hometown Mitaka (possibly paywalled ?), visiting the
Cafe Phos...
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