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[Combo] Before Series: 4 Books

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The combo of "Before the Coffee Gets Cold", "Tales from the Cafe", and "Before Your Memory Fades", "Before we say Goodbye" presents an intriguing and thought-provoking collection of stories that explore the intricacies of human relationships, the passage of time, and the power of memories.

In "Before the Coffee Gets Cold," readers are transported to a small cafe in Tokyo, where customers have the chance to travel back in time and revisit important moments in their lives. Through a series of interconnected stories, this book explores themes of regret, forgiveness, and the meaning of life.

"Tales from the Cafe" takes place in the same Tokyo cafe but introduces a new cast of characters and their unique stories. This book delves into the complex nature of relationships, the challenges of communication, and the profound impact that small moments can have on our lives.

"Before Your Memory Fades" is a moving and insightful collection of interviews with elderly Japanese individuals who share their life stories and the lessons they have learned. Through these stories, readers gain a deeper understanding of the importance of family, community, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.


'Before We Say Goodbye". "Explore the timeless question of what you would do if you could travel back in time in ' In this poignant tale by Toshikazu Kawaguchi, translated by Geoffrey Trousselot, readers are invited to join characters as they journey to revisit crucial moments in their lives. Set in the magical Cafe Funiculi Funicula, this story weaves together love, loss, and the power of second chances. As patrons navigate the complexities of time travel, the book unfolds with heartwarming revelations and thought-provoking insights. Discover a world where the past meets the present, and where the cafe's secret menu offers a chance at redemption and closure."

Together, these Four books create a captivating and poignant exploration of the human experience. Whether you are looking for inspiration, reflection, or simply a good story, this combo is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Toshikazu Kawaguchi

Toshikazu Kawaguchi

Toshikazu Kawaguchi is a Japanese author, screenwriter, and director born in Osaka, Japan on April 3, 1971. He was formerly the director, producer, and writer for the theatrical group Sonic Snail. As a playwright, his works include "COUPLE," "Sunset Song," and "Family Time". Kawaguchi's novel "Before the Coffee Gets Cold" was adapted from a play by the same name, which won the grand prize at the 10th Suginami Drama Festival. The novel "Before the Coffee Gets Cold" tells the story of a café in Tokyo that allows customers to travel back in time, as long as they return before their coffee gets cold. It was originally a play that began in 2010 and was later adapted into a novel in 2015. The book has been translated into English and published in Britain by Picador in September 2019. It has sold more than 800,000 copies in Japan and has been adapted into a movie. The novel has also been sold in more than nine jurisdictions, including Turkey, China, Hungary, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Kawaguchi has written several books about the coffee shop and its special feature, including "Before the Coffee Gets Cold: Tales from the Cafe," which was released as a sequel in 2017, and "Before Your Memory Fades," published in 2018, followed by "Before We Say Goodbye" in 2021.
About the author Toshikazu Kawaguchi
Japanese playwright-novelist behind the Before the Coffee Gets Cold series

Toshikazu Kawaguchi is a Japanese author, screenwriter, and director born in Osaka, Japan on April 3, 1971. He was formerly the director, producer, and writer for the theatrical group Sonic Snail. As a playwright, his works include "COUPLE," "Sunset Song," and "Family Time". Kawaguchi's novel "Before the Coffee Gets Cold" was adapted from a play...

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