Step into the mind-bending world of Chōhei Kamibayashi (上林長平), one of Japan’s most cerebral and celebrated science fiction authors, with his acclaimed novel Dickson (ディクソン) — published in the legendary Hayakawa Bunko (早川文庫) series, Japan’s premier imprint for speculative fiction.

Written entirely in original Japanese, this novel invites readers into a meticulously crafted future where technology, identity, and human consciousness collide. Kamibayashi’s signature style — dense with philosophical inquiry, scientific speculation, and literary precision — makes Dickson a rewarding challenge for advanced Japanese readers and SF enthusiasts alike.

📘 Why This Book Stands Out:

• 🧠 Intellectual Hard SF — Explores AI, posthumanism, memory, and reality through rigorous, thought-provoking narrative
• 🏆 Award-Winning Author — Kamibayashi has won Japan’s top SF honors including the Nihon SF Taisho Award and Seiun Awards
• 🎌 Hayakawa Bunko Legacy — Part of Japan’s most iconic SF paperback line, home to Asimov, Dick, Le Guin, and Murakami Haruki’s early works
• 📚 Bunko Format — Compact, portable, and perfect for reading on trains, at cafés, or during quiet evenings
• 🎯 Ideal for Advanced Learners — JLPT N2/N1 level recommended; excellent immersion tool for serious students of Japanese

📖 Perfect For:
→ Native Japanese speakers seeking profound SF
→ Japanese language learners (upper-intermediate to advanced)
→ Collectors of Hayakawa Bunko editions
→ Fans of Philip K. Dick, Stanisław Lem, Ted Chiang, or Ōtarō Maijō
→ Readers who enjoy philosophy-driven narratives and speculative worlds

Whether you’re building your Japanese library, studying the evolution of Japanese SF, or simply love intellectually rich storytelling — Dickson delivers an unforgettable experience.

Author: 上林長平 (Chōhei Kamibayashi)
Publisher: Hayakawa Publishing / 早川書房 — Hayakawa Bunko / 早川文庫
Language: Japanese (日本語) — No translation available
Genre: Science Fiction / Hard SF / Philosophical Fiction
Format: Japanese Bunko Paperback (文庫本)
Barcode: 494345871374 (Please confirm actual ISBN if available)