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In a narrow alley of Tokyo, a century‑old café quietly brews more than coffee—it holds the secret of traveling back to moments that could change a life. During one unforgettable summer, four customers enter its warm, familiar walls in hopes of rewinding the past. Yet the café’s magic is bound by strict rules: the journey is brief, lasting only until the coffee grows cold. As each guest grapples with the chance to revisit a loved one, a cherished memory, or a missed opportunity, they confront themes of love, family, friendship, loss, and redemption. Toshikazu Kawaguchi’s novel blends slice‑of‑life, magical realism, and heartfelt introspection to ask the timeless question: if you could travel back in time, what would you wish to change?
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Speculative Fiction/Magical Realism
Authors: 川口俊和
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