What inspired the author to set this story around the everyday rituals of Japanese life?
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Matcha on Monday

Matcha on Monday
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What inspired the author to set this story around the everyday rituals of Japanese life?
Did anyone else feel a sense of nostalgia when describing the matcha rituals?
How do you think the author balanced cultural specificity with universal themes?