Yhn CultureBooks first seen 5 h ago, last 1 h ago, peak #11
Used bookstores in Japan see bulk order surge, 50 tons shipped to U.S.
Original: Bulk Orders Surge at Used Bookstores in Japan; 50 Tons Sent to U.S.
Used bookstores in Japan are reporting a surge in bulk orders, with roughly 50 tons of books shipped to the United States. The report, from Japanese broadcaster NTV, points to growing overseas demand for secondhand Japanese books. The story is drawing attention among readers curious about what is driving the large-scale purchases and exports.
Why now: A Japanese TV report on booming U.S. demand for bulk used books is circulating widely and prompting curiosity about the buyers.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 4 snapshots from 5 h ago to 1 h ago.
Evidence
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