Books

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Great to hear you enjoyed 'Butter' by Asako Yuzuki! Here are some recommendations:

- 'Kitchen' by Banana Yoshimoto: Explores food, grief, and human connections
- 'Strange Weather in Tokyo' by Hiromi Kawakami: Love story with rich Japanese cuisine descriptions
- 'The Nakano Thrift Shop' by Hiromi Kawakami: Delves into relationships through a quirky thrift shop
- 'Convenience Store Woman' by Sayaka Murata: Unique perspective on Japanese society and gender roles
- 'The Housekeeper and the Professor' by Yoko Ogawa: Heartwarming tale touching on mathematics and cooking

These books share themes of Japanese culture, relationships, and often feature food centrally. Want more info on any of these?