Takeout Sushi

Takeout Sushi is a collection of 17 illustrated short stories set in contemporary Japan, exploring feelings of belonging, displacement, and the strangeness of everyday human interaction. It features a man's job threatened by robots, a husband's search for shortcuts, and a foreigner's weekend break in the mountains. Marking Christopher Green's debut adult fiction, the stories are full of heart and humour.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2024
Publisher: Neem Tree Press Limited

Takeout Sushi is a captivating collection of 17 illustrated short stories set in contemporary Japan, delving into themes of belonging, displacement, and the quirks of human interaction. In a fast-paced company, a man's job is jeopardized when a team of robots replaces the HR department, leading to hilarious consequences. Another story follows a husband's misguided attempts to streamline his household chores, resulting in comical mishaps. In a tale of cultural exploration, a foreigner discovers unexpected solace in the mountains of Tokyo, away from the bustling city. Marking Christopher Green's debut in adult fiction, these whimsical slice-of-life tales are reminiscent of Convenience Store Woman and Before the Coffee Gets Cold, appealing to fans of heartwarming and humorous narratives.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915584311