Published under the revised title Blow-Through Blue Sky, this children’s novel follows fifth grader Makoto and the residents of an aging apartment building as they face eviction, confront their different circumstances, and gradually begin to connect.

The blue sky visible through the old building’s open shaft becomes a small sign of hope for residents under pressure.

This work is confirmed as an excellence-prize title of the Ogawa Mimei Literary Award. Public winner lists identify the title and author, but no publication as a standalone book, paperback, or collection could be confirmed.

A children’s literary work recorded in the award list, with no confirmed book publication.

This work is confirmed as an excellence-prize title of the Ogawa Mimei Literary Award. Public materials record the title and author, but no book publication could be confirmed.

A children’s literary work preserved in award lists, with publication information unconfirmed.