Before We Forget Kindness: The most emotional book yet in the sensational Tokyo cafe series
“Before We Forget Kindness” is the latest installment in the heartwarming and thought-provoking Tokyo Cafe series. Renowned for its evocative narratives set in a mysterious cafe where patrons can revisit pivotal moments in their lives, this book explores themes of memory, forgiveness, and compassion.
In this installment, the story focuses on a young woman grappling with an estranged relationship with her mother, an aging artist losing his memory, and a barista with a secret tied to the cafe’s magic. As the characters take turns in the cafe’s fateful chair, they confront past moments where kindness was given, withheld, or misunderstood, unravelling the power of small, transformative acts of humanity.
Praised as the most emotional book in the series, it combines lyrical storytelling with poignant reflections on the fragility of human connections. With its blend of fantasy and realism, “Before We Forget Kindness” invites readers to reflect on how the kindness we give—or fail to give—shapes our lives and those of others. Perfect for fans of Before the Coffee Gets Cold, it promises a reading experience that lingers long after the final page.