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Maigo No Kaatan / Where is Mommy? (2024)

Maigo No Kaatan Book Cover

This picture book tells the story of Non-chan, who loses sight of her mother while shopping and becomes lost. Moved by her tears, kind passersby offer their support.

Eventually, she reunites with her mother, and on their way home, Non-chan begins to grow, learning to support her mother in return.

As the years pass and Non-chan grows into adulthood, the roles between parent and child gradually reverse, revealing the depth of their bond in a touching and heartfelt way.

It's available in Japan on Bungeisya Website (JP)

Author: Yumiko Kato

Illustrator: Chikako Ogawa

Extra page from the book ↓

Maigo No Kaatan character design of 5 different characters