Letter to Mr. Hensho (Kodansha World Books) (1996) ISBN: 4062614146

The book's authentic voice really resonated with me, and I wonder what motivated her to tell this story through a young boy's eyes.

The emotional depth felt very real, but I was also rooting for him. How did the author balance these feelings so effectively?

The epistolary format added a personal touch, but I'm curious whether that was a creative choice from the start or evolved during writing.