The inside is in good condition, but there is a fold on the back cover. I also have Jakucho's Genji (Tale of Genji) available, so I will offer a discount if you purchase them together. The Tale of Genji by Setouchi Jakucho [Murasaki Shikibu / Setouchi Jakucho Price: ¥864 #MurasakiShikibu #SetouchiJakucho #book #BOOK #bunko #literature #novel In the Heian period, Murasaki Shikibu wrote a grand love story - the Tale of Genji, the world's oldest novel. This book, "Setouchi Genji," is a translation into elegant and flowing modern Japanese. It selects and includes 27 essential chapters from the complete 54 chapters, from "Kiritsubo" to "Uji Jujo" and "Ukifune." You can enjoy the world of the gorgeous courtly picture scroll in this single volume. It is also perfect for beginners.