More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop

The Heartfelt and Uplifting New Novel from the Internationally Bestselling Author of "Days at the Morisaki Bookshop," Translated from Japanese by Eric Ozawa

In Tokyo, there is a neighborhood renowned for having the highest concentration of bookstores in the world. This book lover's paradise, known as Jimbocho, is where enthusiasts can browse to their heart's content and collectors hunt for first editions or autographed copies.

The Morisaki Bookshop, a cozy family-run store, is so packed with books that only a handful of people can fit inside at once. Books fill the shelves and spill into every corner of the floor. Whenever a customer arrives, the owner, Satoru, promptly emerges from behind the counter. Recently, his wife Momoko has joined him, and their niece Takako often helps out in her free time after work.

For the first time, Takako doesn't feel lonely; she has new friends and rituals to enjoy: the annual Jimbocho festival, the café around the corner, and unexpected visitors. She has discovered that a bookstore is not only filled with the characters in the books but also with the unique people who visit it. These stories and connections create lasting bonds.

In gratitude, Takako gifts her aunt and uncle a trip, promising to take care of the shop while they are away. Everything seems to be going smoothly, but why is Satoru acting so strangely? And who is the woman with the red umbrella who has appeared at the end of the street? What other stories, emotions, and treasures does the Morisaki Bookshop hold?

Beloved by thousands of readers worldwide, "More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop" is a tale of hope, friendship, and the healing power of books. Will we see you in the bookshop this summer?