Unveiling the Beauty of Shadows: Exploring Jun'ichirō Tanizaki's In Praise Of Shadows

Chapter 1:Summary of In Praise Of Shadows book<br> <br> In "In Praise of Shadows," Jun'ichirō Tanizaki explores the concept of beauty in Japanese culture through a contrast between traditional Japanese aesthetics and the influences of Western culture and modernization.<br> <br> Tanizaki highlights the appeal of shadows and darkness in traditional Japanese architecture and interior design. He argues that the understated beauty of shadows is best appreciated in soft, indirect lighting, which reduces the glare and harshness often found in Western lighting styles. The play of light and shadows creates depth, texture, and a sense of mystery in Japanese t...