[ZINE] We are now accepting participants for the next issue!

The ZINE, which features writers interviewing other writers, has been in the works since last summer with eight colleagues, and we are finally nearing the finish line. We plan to complete the printing process by next month and sell it at the Tokyo Literature Flea Market 42 on Sunday, May 4th (national holiday).

Furthermore, we are thinking of producing a second issue with the goal of releasing it at the Literature Flea Market 43, which will be held in November. The overview is as follows.

■ Eligibility: Anyone who is a writer is welcome!
(Full-time/side job, career length does not matter. Even those with little interview experience are welcome if they are motivated.)

■ Capacity: Approximately 20 people (this may increase or decrease depending on the number of applicants)

■ Participation fee: 2,000 yen per person + printing costs (pro-rated based on the number of copies requested) *Travel expenses for interviews, etc., are to be borne by each individual.

■ Application deadline: Sunday, May 10th

Once the members are finalized, we will pair up interviewers and interviewees. We plan to conduct a survey first and try to accommodate everyone's preferences as much as possible.

Interviews are expected to take place between June and July. They can be conducted in person or online. If you submit your manuscript by August and we can send it to the printer by early October, we should be in time for the Tokyo Literature Flea Market 43.

I have posted the application form below, so please apply there if you wish to participate. I will also accept questions via comments on this note or via DM on X.

Please note in advance that if there are a large number of applicants, we will conduct a selection process.

Thank you for your support!

March 6, 2026
Tomoki Seta