How did the author decide to portray the tension between tradition and modernity in the characters' lives?
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How did the author decide to portray the tension between tradition and modernity in the characters' lives?
Did anyone else feel a deep connection to the protagonist's journey of self-discovery?
What inspired the setting of rural Japan during this transformative period?