Set in Tokyo just after the war, this story follows Aunt Maa, who loves cats, along with children, cats, and ducks sharing everyday life. Beyond the delight of animal stories, it warmly portrays the joys, mishaps, and kindness of humans and animals living together.

Beyond the commotion of the cats, the story reveals the human kindness that sustains everyday life.

A nonfiction book for young readers that introduces Japanese archaeology. Through sites such as Toro and Togariishi, it follows the work, convictions, and passion of people who excavated the past, conveying the excitement of learning history through remains.

Through objects emerging from the soil, readers approach ancient life in Japan and the passion of researchers.