Michael Pronko
@pronkomichael
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Tokyo-based writer of murder, memoir and music. American literature at Meiji Gakuin University. Jazz at Jazz in Japan.
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Joined March 2016
I'm very pleased to share the news that A Guide to Jazz in Japan received an Honorable Mention in the Jazz Journalists Association's 2026 Jazz Awards. More info and other nominees here: https://t.co/nKzm1wh2Ij Get a copy here: https://t.co/DHWccy1Ign
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I'm very pleased to share Tokyo Juku as the Mystery Winner for 2026! Big thanks to the Independent Press Award for this honor! You can get a copy through this link: https://t.co/3zMMzkuCsx
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#mysterybooks #crimefiction #mysteryawards #bookawards
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Jazz in Japan has lots of new reviews to check out! Live reviews of: Masahiko Osaka Quintet Dennis Frehse Quartet Niccolo Faraci Group And CD reviews of: Atsushi Ikeda Quartet "Our Stories Pave the History of Humans" "Banksia Trio Live"#jazzinjapan #jazztokyo #japanesejazz
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It's a pleasure to have Tokyo Juku selected as one of the top-rated books of 2025 by IndieReader! https://t.co/1xrqAdmAEy
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Pleased that A Guide to Jazz in Japan was selected as one of Kirkus Reviews' top 100 Indie titles of 2025! https://t.co/oq1uWrp3iB
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Thanks to the Best Indie Book Award, my essays, Tokyo Tempos, and my Guide to Jazz in Japan were named winners in their respective categories. Very grateful for these. #bookawards #nonfiction #tokyo #japanbooks #jazz #jazzinjapan #musicguide #japan #japanbooks
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Thanks to the Best Indie Book Award, my essays, Tokyo Tempos, and my Guide to Jazz in Japan were named winners in their respective categories. Very grateful for these. #bookawards #nonfiction #tokyo #japanbooks #jazz #jazzinjapan #musicguide #japan #japanbooks
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Pleased with the reviews of Tokyo Juku! More at: https://t.co/RAdc5S5SyT Pick up a copy at: https://t.co/VRa5gUp9iM
#bookstagram #bookbloggers #bookclub #bookshelf #newbooks #review #bookreview #reviewingbooks #reading #tokyo #mystery #thrillerbooks 📚💙⚡️📚#BookSky
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#Bookreview of Tokyo Juku by Michael Pronko Quill says: Tokyo Juku is an insider's look at a defining, yet often hidden, aspect of modern Japanese society. Read the review here: https://t.co/LgrlaOfZJW
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#Authorinterview with Michael Pronko, author of Tokyo Juku Read the interview here: https://t.co/NAqzKuipqx
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I'm pleased to share the early reviews of Tokyo Juku, the next mystery in the Detective Hiroshi series just out! Grab a copy here: https://t.co/roSiOLPpB7
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"Written from the perspective of a long-time insider, the book offers practical tips and explores the deeper question of why jazz thrives in Japan." Judges NFAA https://t.co/7dxZVgr3YK
#jazz #jazzinjapan #musicguide #japan #japanesejazz #tokyo #japanbooks #japantravel #tokyojazz
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"Written from the perspective of a long-time insider, the book offers practical tips and explores the deeper question of why jazz thrives in Japan." Judges NFAA https://t.co/7dxZVgr3YK
#jazz #jazzinjapan #musicguide #japan #japanesejazz #tokyo #japanbooks #japantravel #tokyojazz
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"Written from the perspective of a long-time insider, the book offers practical tips and explores the deeper question of why jazz thrives in Japan." Judges NFAA https://t.co/7dxZVgr3YK
#jazz #jazzinjapan #musicguide #japan #japanesejazz #tokyo #japanbooks #japantravel #tokyojazz
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If you like jazz, if you like Japan, you'll love A Guide to Jazz in Japan! Release date is April 30. Pre-order now at a special price! 40+ jazz clubs 200+ musicians Jam sessions Vinyl stores Jazz kissaten Cultural history and more!
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New Review of Jason Moran, Roland Kelts, and Motoyuki Shibata at the Haruki Murakami Library. It was a fascinating evening of jazz, reading, and commentary! https://t.co/wxOe0t4UKz
#jazz #jazzinjapan #japan #japanesejazz #pronkomichael #tokyo #harukimurakami #murakamiharuki
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I was saddened to read of the passing of one of Latin jazz's and music's greats--Eddie Palmieri. I was fortunate to have interviewed him years ago. It was an honor to have enjoyed his music all these years. https://t.co/h8ikC739qe
#jazz #jazzinjapan #latinjazz #eddiepalmieri
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A Guide to Jazz in Japan has hit #1 on Amazon for Japanese Travel! Grab a copy today: https://t.co/8L7aexw0Av
#jazz #jazzinjapan #musicguide #japan #bookstagram #bookbloggers #bookclub #newbooks #pronkomichael #tokyo #japanbooks #japantravel
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A Guide to Jazz in Japan has hit #1 on Amazon for Japanese Travel! Grab a copy today: https://t.co/8L7aexw0Av
#jazz #jazzinjapan #musicguide #japan #bookstagram #bookbloggers #bookclub #newbooks #pronkomichael #tokyo #japanbooks #japantravel
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