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In this enchanting, dream-like fantasy novel, a young woman inherits a magical pawnshop hidden in the backstreets of Tokyo—a shop that deals not in old jewelry but in life’s deepest regrets and missed chances. To most passersby, the store simply appears as a warm and welcoming ramen restaurant, but those who are truly lost and in need of redemption discover its hidden entrance, where they can pawn their past choices for a chance at relief.

On her very first morning as the pawnshop’s new owner, Hana Ishikawa finds disaster: the shop is in ruins, her father has vanished, and the store’s most valuable possession has been stolen. Amidst this chaos arrives a curious young physicist unlike any customer Hana has encountered before—he comes offering help rather than seeking it. Drawn together by circumstance, Hana and the charismatic stranger set out on an extraordinary journey through breathtaking realms. Their magical quest takes them sailing across rain puddles, flying atop giant paper cranes, traveling between midnight and dawn, and visiting an enchanting night market suspended among clouds. Yet as they come closer to recovering what’s lost and uncovering hidden truths, Hana must face a difficult secret of her own and confront a choice that once made cannot be undone.

Praise for this captivating novel notes that fans of stunningly imaginative yet cozy works like Erin Morgenstern’s “The Starless Sea,” Toshikazu Kawaguchi’s “Before the Coffee Gets Cold,” and Miye Lee’s “The Dallergut Dream Department Store” are certain to fall in love with its blending of magical realism, fantasy mystery, and poignant romance.

This beautifully designed edition features an extraordinary origami jacket that uniquely folds into a paper boat, allowing readers to become more intimately connected with the story itself. The intricate design is also artfully printed directly onto the hardcover beneath, further enhancing the magical reading experience.