Kokoro Quotes

“I was gripped by the thought that I had made a terrible mistake. A dark realization that there was no turning back pierced my future, illuminating my entire life ahead in a terrifying light.”
― Soseki Natsume, KOKORO

“I was a fool who slipped while intending to walk the path of honesty.”
― Soseki Natsume, KOKORO

“I am a solitary person with almost no social engagements. Thus, duties are sparse around me. Whether intentionally or naturally, I have trimmed my life to avoid them. However, it is not due to indifference towards duty. On the contrary, I am too sensitive to endure the stimulus. Consequently, I lead a passive existence.”
― Soseki Natsume, KOKORO

“You mentioned that there’s no one particularly bad among your relatives. But do you believe there are inherently bad people in this world? No one is born a villain. Everyone appears to be good or at least normal until a crucial moment reveals their true nature. That’s what makes people so frightening.”
― Soseki Natsume, KOKORO

“You just mocked that couple, but your mockery sounded like frustration from wanting love but not finding it.” “Did it really sound that way?” “Yes. Someone who’s satisfied with love speaks more warmly.”
― Soseki Natsume, KOKORO

“Sensei’s love story also had a tragic side, one that his wife knew nothing about. Sensei kept this secret until his death, destroying his own life before harming hers.”
― Soseki Natsume, KOKORO

“Sensei’s seemingly cold remarks and actions were not meant to push me away, but rather a warning that he wasn’t worth getting close to.”
― Soseki Natsume, KOKORO