Cute, cozy vibes but I wasn’t overally wowed by this one. It had some nice reflections on life and my favourite part was when Takako and Momoko went on their trip together. I loved the descriptions of the mountain they climbed and their differences in attitudes. I also loved how Satoru and Takako helped each other to develop and grow. 


There are lots of relatable parts too: 

“It’s once I’m alone, mulling things over, that I can figure out what on earth I’m actually feeling.”

“It’s important to stand still sometimes. Think of it as a little rest in this long journey of your life. This is your harbour. And your boat is just dropping anchor here for a little while. And after you’re well rested, you can set sail again.”

“It’s only in second hand books that you can savour encounters like this, connections that transcend time.