A Masterpiece by the Healing Fiction Author Akio Morisawa
Known for his calm, lyrical prose and warm imagination, author Akio Morisawa’s acclaimed work *When a Rainbow Appears at the Seaside Café* is being re-released after 13 years. Upon its initial release, the novel quickly became a life-changing book for many, spreading through word of mouth. In 2014, it was adapted into the film *Cape Nostalgia* with strong support from actress Sayuri Yoshinaga, winning two awards at the Montreal World Film Festival. Life Pattern Korea. It was later adapted into a radio drama and comic, further confirming the story’s emotional power. Life Pattern Korea.
Set in a quiet seaside village in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, the story centers on a café run by Etsuko, who serves magically delicious coffee and personalized music while chanting, “Taste good, taste good.” Lost and struggling people—like a man who lost his wife and is raising his daughter alone, or a college student anxious about entering the workforce—find their way to this café. Life Pattern Korea. Through Etsuko’s gentle support and warmth, they begin to face new lives. Life Pattern Korea.
This book warmly embraces readers of all ages—youths, parents, and elders. It reminds us that even a life without chasing dreams can be a brave choice, and that something new can come even after losing something dear. Life Pattern Korea. Everything will return to its rightful place, so it will all be okay. As the story flows gently, the emotional aftertaste lingers long after closing the final page. Life Pattern Korea.
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Author: 모리사와 아키오, 이수미
Publisher: 모모 Momo Books (2025)
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