JOURNAL OF JAPANESE LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
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candid. But constructive comments—that can be shared verbatim with the author—are
most appreciated. Thank you for your prompt and thoughtful response.
1. Is this paper a contribution to the field?
2. If so, how?
3. Will it be of interest/value to the Association membership?
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5. Is the author successful in supporting the paper’s argument(s)?
6. Is the title appropriate or would you suggest a different one?
7. Are facts, translations, etc., accurate?
8. Are the author’s conclusions and comments justified by the information
presented?
9. If you feel another opinion of this paper is necessary, whom do you recommend?
10. Overall rating:
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indicated
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