Back in the present, Satoru finally opens the letter. It’s not a list of grievances, but a hand-drawn sketch of a garden they played in as children. At the bottom, she wrote:
Kawaguchi's writing is lyrical, evocative, and introspective, making it easy to become fully immersed in the narrative. His characters are well-developed and relatable, with distinct personalities that add depth to the story. The author's use of magical realism, where the café serves as a nexus between past and present, is seamless and enhances the overall reading experience. Back in the present, Satoru finally opens the letter
, in five years following a bitter argument over their family home. He recently learned she passed away suddenly, leaving behind a letter he refused to open. The Motivation: Satoru arrives at the basement café, Funiculi Funicula He recently learned she passed away suddenly, leaving