The Calico Cat at the Chibineko Kitchen

A Japanese novel in translation, The Calico Cat at the Chibineko Kitchen follows a story centered on food, memory, grief, and human connection. The book is presented as part of the Chibineko Kitchen series and is published in English as a paperback. Retail listings identify Yuta Takahashi as the author and Cat Anderson as the translator, with publication by John Murray in June 2025. The novel is described as a contemporary work that blends emotional themes with the restorative role of meals, using a seaside kitchen setting to explore how food can help people process loss and rediscover meaning. According to retailer descriptions, the story takes readers to the bank of the Koitogawa river and onward to the beach, suggesting a gentle, atmospheric narrative with strong sense of place. The English-language edition associated with ISBN 9781399817660 is listed at 208 pages by some sources and 224 pages by others, but the ISBN itself matches the same title and publication family across the verified listings. The book has been released in paperback form and is marketed for general adult readers. The translated edition is part of a broader body of Japanese fiction that often combines everyday life, companionship, and emotional healing through cooking and shared meals.