Before Your Memory Fades

Before Your Memory Fades by Toshikazu Kawaguchi is a touching novel that continues the story of the enchanting Tokyo café where customers can travel back in time to relive important moments. This sequel to "Before the Coffee Gets Cold" follows new characters as they grapple with their pasts, seeking closure and understanding. The novel beautifully explores themes of memory, love, and the importance of cherishing the present.

Why You Should Read This Book

• Continue the enchanting story of a Tokyo café where customers can travel back in time.
• Explore themes of memory, love, and the importance of cherishing the present.
• Appreciate Toshikazu Kawaguchi’s touching and thoughtful storytelling.
• Engage with new characters seeking closure and understanding.
• Delve into a novel that beautifully blends fantasy and poignant human experiences.

About the Author

Toshikazu Kawaguchi is a Japanese playwright and author known for his best-selling novel "Before the Coffee Gets Cold." His works often explore the delicate interplay between time, memory, and human relationships. Kawaguchi's storytelling is marked by its emotional depth and gentle exploration of life's fleeting moments. His novels have resonated with readers worldwide, offering a unique blend of fantasy and heartfelt narrative.

 Geoffrey Trousselot is a translator who has worked on bringing Japanese literature to English-speaking audiences. His translation of "Before the Coffee Gets Cold" and its sequel has been praised for capturing the nuance and charm of Kawaguchi’s writing.