Summer at Mount Asama

Set against the backdrop of 1980s Japan, this compelling novel follows a young architect named Tōru Sakanishi as he joins a prestigious firm and travels from Tokyo to the serene mountains of Mount Asama. Through intertwined love stories and meaningful encounters with four women, the narrative explores themes of love, art, tradition, and modernity. beautifully translated, the story offers an insightful look at the tension between honoring ancestors and embracing change.