One of Electric Literature’s 10 Heartwarming Japanese Books Perfect for Cozy Nights

“Charming . . . Easy to read, this book will take readers on an emotional and nourishing journey.” —The Seattle Times

“A warm hug of a novel.” —AARP

“Heartwarming . . . If you enjoyed Before the Coffee Gets Cold, you might enjoy this magical tale set in a seaside town outside of Tokyo.” —Savvy Tokyo

“Highly recommended for those seeking sweetly uplifting healing fiction. An affecting title in the vein of Toshikazu Kawaguchi’s Before the Coffee Gets Cold series or Hisashi Kashiwai’s The Kamogawa Food Detectives series . . . Poignant, bittersweet.” —Library Journal

“As warm and comforting as the meals it describes . . . Takahashi is skilled at creating cozy, tranquil scenes, with light-dappled, evocative descriptions. . . . The charming characters have moving narratives. The food, which is sensorially described, has a starring role as well, with regional and cultural exposition and recipes at the end of each chapter. . . . Soul-nourishing.” —Shelf Awareness

“Profoundly relatable . . . A heartfelt addition to contemporary Japanese literature. It offers readers not just a story but an emotional journey that resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced loss. . . . The author skillfully illustrates how food can act as a bridge between the living and the departed. . . . A must-read for those seeking solace in stories about love and remembrance.” —Storizen Magazine