Diary of a Cat

"Diary of a Cat" is the quintessential cozy read for the year 2025, where felines and gastronomy intertwine as the seasons shift. The tale follows Chimaki and Norimaki, two youthful cats wandering the vast expanse of Tokyo, constantly on the lookout for compassionate cat enthusiasts willing to offer them a lift or a warm spot for the night. Their adventures lead them to the Hōrai family, a unique group of artists, dreamers, and caterers sharing a mutual passion for quality cuisine. Motivated by Madam Hōrai's sophisticated magazine column, Chimaki embarks on maintaining his own diary. This journal invites us to witness the family's culinary delights and day-to-day happenings, the humorous escapades of his younger sibling, and the enigmatic activities of an unknown visitor to their abode. Chimaki's diary captures the transition of seasons from early spring to the depths of winter, with each entry brimming with tantalizing dishes and rich insights into Japanese culinary traditions.Charming and subtly compelling, "Diary of a Cat" presents fascinating peeks into Japanese culture through every page, complete with recipes to try and characters to adore—all narrated by a delightfully inquisitive feline. This book, translated from Japanese by Yui Kajita and authored by Mayumi Nagano, is published by Quercus Publishing. It is slated for release in 2025, presented in a paperback format, housing 320 pages. The dimensions of the book are 13.4 x 21.6 x 2.5 cm, and it is available in English with ISBN 9781529435337.