{"product_id":"easy-life-in-kamusari-1","title":"Easy Life in Kamusari","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eShion Miura's novel, Kamusari, is a coming-of-age story that follows Yuki Hirano, a city boy from Yokohama, as he enrolls in a forestry training program in the remote mountain village of Kamusari. Despite his initial resistance, Yuki begins to embrace the local culture, learn about the forest, and fall in love with the region's majestic qualities and ancient traditions. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 206 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 02 November 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Amazon Publishing\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the acclaimed author of The Great Passage comes a captivating novel that seamlessly blends contemporary and traditional elements amidst the breathtaking splendor of Japan's mountain way of life. Yuki Hirano, fresh out of high school, finds himself reluctantly enrolled in a forestry training program in the remote mountain village of Kamusari. Cut off from the outside world, with no access to phones, internet, or shopping, he initially feels overwhelmed and out of place. However, as he immerses himself in the tranquil community, the scent of the cedars and the awe-inspiring beauty of the region begin to captivate him.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitially resistant to his new surroundings, Yuki gradually learns the skills of felling trees and planting saplings. He embraces local festivals, becomes enamored with legends of the mountain, and even finds himself falling in love. Through his journey of learning to respect the forest on Mt. Kamusari for its majestic qualities and its enigmatic secrets, Yuki begins to appreciate the harmonious coexistence of Kamusari with nature and its ancient traditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this warm and lively coming-of-age story, Shion Miura transports us from the bustling city life to the trials, mysteries, and delightful wonders of a mythical mountain forest. The novel explores themes of growth, self-discovery, and the importance of preserving nature's delicate balance, making it a must-read for anyone who enjoys immersive storytelling and a deep connection with the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 214g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 139 x 208 x 18 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781542027168                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shion Miura","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44094640193786,"sku":"9781542027168","price":5.81,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/93a6e71fce828091bdb25ca69e577084_4a4813bd-374f-41b7-8693-9ad8eadb541f.jpg?v=1639024283","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/easy-life-in-kamusari-1","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}