How does Haruki Murakami use imagery in Norwegian Wood?

Examples of Imagery:

"More than once I stretched my hand out in that darkness. My fingers touched nothing. The faint glow remained, just beyond their grasp."

"'That song can make me feel so sad,' said Naoko. 'I don't know, I guess I imagine myself wandering in a deep wood. I'm all alone and it's cold and dark, and nobody comes to save me. That's why Reiko never plays it unless I request it.'"