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Book Review
“More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop” is a gentle and heartwarming sequel to Satoshi Yagisawa’s much-loved Days at the Morisaki Bookshop. Set once again in the cozy second-hand bookstore in Jimbocho, Tokyo’s famous book district, the story welcomes readers back to a place where books, people, and second chances come together.
This time, the focus is more on the lives connected to the shop, especially Takako and her quirky Uncle Satoru. Through small everyday moments—like sharing tea, enjoying the scent of old books, and the quiet rhythm of the shop—we see broken relationships mend, old wounds heal, and hope return.
Yagisawa’s style is simple yet touching. The book doesn’t rely on big events or dramatic twists. Instead, it celebrates the beauty of human connection, the comfort of routines, and the way books can be true companions in lonely times. Like the first book, it speaks of healing and self-discovery, but with more depth and maturity.
Readers who liked Before the Coffee Gets Cold or The Cat Who Saved Books will find the same warmth here—it feels like a gentle chat with an old friend.
Book Review
“More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop” is a gentle and heartwarming sequel to Satoshi Yagisawa’s much-loved Days at the Morisaki Bookshop. Set once again in the cozy second-hand bookstore in Jimbocho, Tokyo’s famous book district, the story welcomes readers back to a place where books, people, and second chances come together.
This time, the focus is more on the lives connected to the shop, especially Takako and her quirky Uncle Satoru. Through small everyday moments—like sharing tea, enjoying the scent of old books, and the quiet rhythm of the shop—we see broken relationships mend, old wounds heal, and hope return.
Yagisawa’s style is simple yet touching. The book doesn’t rely on big events or dramatic twists. Instead, it celebrates the beauty of human connection, the comfort of routines, and the way books can be true companions in lonely times. Like the first book, it speaks of healing and self-discovery, but with more depth and maturity.
Readers who liked Before the Coffee Gets Cold or The Cat Who Saved Books will find the same warmth here—it feels like a gentle chat with an old friend.
Book Review
- More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop is a quiet, heartwarming sequel to Satoshi Yagisawa’s beloved Days at the Morisaki Bookshop. Returning to the cozy second-hand bookstore tucked away in Jimbocho, Tokyo’s famous book district, the novel once again invites readers into a world where books, people, and second chances intertwine.
- This time, the story shifts its focus more toward the lives of those connected to the shop, especially Takako and her eccentric Uncle Satoru. Through small, everyday moments—conversations over tea, the smell of old books, and the gentle rhythm of life in the bookshop—we see how relationships mend, personal wounds heal, and hope slowly blooms again.
- Yagisawa’s writing is understated yet deeply touching. The novel doesn’t rely on big twists or dramatic turns; instead, it lingers on the simple beauty of human connection, the comfort of routine, and the magic of books as companions in solitude. Like its predecessor, it captures the spirit of healing and self-discovery, but with even more maturity and emotional depth.
- Readers who enjoyed Before the Coffee Gets Cold or The Cat Who Saved Books will likely find the same sense of warmth here—a book that feels like a gentle conversation with an old friend.
What I don’t like about the book?
- At times, the narrative moves very slowly, which might test the patience of readers who prefer a faster-moving plot.
- If you’ve read Days at the Morisaki Bookshop, this sequel may feel lighter and not as emotionally powerful.
- The focus on books and healing is heartwarming, but it can feel repetitive if you’re looking for more variety in themes or conflicts.
About Author
Satoshi Yagisawa is a Japanese novelist known for his tender, atmosphere-rich writing that celebrates the quiet, everyday beauty of life—especially through the lens of bookstores, relationships, and second chances. His debut novel, Days at the Morisaki Bookshop, won the prestigious Chiyoda Literature Prize (Chiyoda Literary Award) in 2008 and became a national bestseller in Japan. It was adapted into a film the following year.
Conclusion
More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop is a tender and thoughtful story that celebrates books, belonging, and the quiet joys of everyday life. A wonderful sequel—and a gentle reminder that new chapters are always waiting to begin.
