A review by keidzi
Strange Weather in Tokyo by Hiromi Kawakami

funny lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Strange Weather in Tokyo is a heartwarming novel about love despite a generational gap, loss, and the cycle of love to loss.

I found the writing style to be simple yet sparkling with carefully chosen words. The characters are likeable so much that I wanted to be a part of their circle.

It's an easy read which has a slow build-up, but it's worth every second in the end. Beautifully heartbreaking.