"The Audience" (journal)

*The Audience* was a Japanese literary journal published from 1921 to 1934 that showcased modernist and avant-garde writings. It served as a platform for emerging poets, writers, and critics to explore new styles and ideas, challenging traditional norms of Japanese literature. The journal played a significant role in introducing modernist movements, such as surrealism and symbolism, to Japan. Through its curated selections and essays, *The Audience* helped shape Japan's early 20th-century literary landscape by fostering innovation, encouraging experimentation, and connecting Japanese writers with international literary trends.