An Artist of the Floating World Lesson Plan

What occurred between Shintaro and Ono that damaged their relationship? What different views do the men hold? Why do you think they have such opposing views of the situation?

Ono and Shintaro's relationship was ruined during Shintaro's job search. When Shintaro told Ono he was not only looking for a high school appointment but had already sent out numerous applications, Ono was surprised (and perhaps a bit hurt) that Shintaro hadn't told him about any of the applications. When Shintaro later visited Ono at his home to ask for a favor, Shintaro reminded Ono how he had disagreed with him concerning the China crisis posters and requests that Ono write a letter stating as...