真鶴 (Tankobon Hardcover)

The emotional undercurrents felt very delicate and nuanced. I wonder what inspired the approach to revealing her feelings mostly through small gestures and silence.

The story stayed with me, especially the themes of memory and regret. I’m curious if others found the ending hopeful or simply reflective.

The landscape and atmosphere felt almost like a character itself. I wonder if Kawakami based it on a real place or if it was a symbolic choice.