Hiro Arikawa

Philip Gabriel

The Travelling Cat Chronicles

旅猫リポート

THE PERFECT CURL-UP READ FOR CAT LOVERS 'Prepare to have your heartstrings tugged by this quirky tale' Sunday Mirror 'A book about kindness and love, and how the smallest things can provide happiness' Stylist ___ It's not the journey that counts, but who's at your side. Nana is on a road trip, but he is not sure where he is going. All that matters is that he can sit beside his beloved owner Satoru in the front seat of his silver van. Satoru is keen to visit three old friends from his youth, though Nana doesn't know why and Satoru won't say. Set against the backdrop of Japan's changing seasons and narrated with a rare gentleness and humour, Nana's story explores the wonder and thrill of life's unexpected detours. It is about the value of friendship and solitude, and knowing when to give and when to take. At the heart of this book is a powerful message about the importance of kindness. It shows, above all, how acts of love, both great and small, can transform our lives. ___ What readers are saying: 'Delightful, insightful, full of warmth with plenty of humour.' 'Uplifting and heart wrenching in equal measure.' 'It had me in floods of tears but filled me with hope too.'

The most uplifting book of the year

adleena

For the rest of my life, I would remember all the shades of red Satoru mentioned that day.

'Dont just sit here fretting about being too late. Go there and mourn him. Tell him you're sorry you didn't make it in time, that you wanted to see him.'

A cat could never see all the sights the world has to offer in one lifetime. There's just so much out there. 

karina

Instead of sobbing like that, it would be better to keep a smile on your face till the end. And I’m sure you’ll be happier. 

Tell me, Satoru. What’s out there beyond this field? A lot of wonderful things, I’m thinking. I wonder if I’ll be able to go on a trip with you again. 

Selina 

One of my siblings was like that. Overshadowed by the rest of us, it was the kind of kitten you were never sure was there or not, and one day we suddenly noticed it was gone, as if it had never existed.

ally

Satoru's closed eyelids quivered. As if fighting against gravity, they slowly lifted.

Unable to move his head, his eyes searched from side to side.

Noriko clasped Satoru's hand and placed it gently on the top of Nana's small head.

Satoru's lips moved faintly. She thought she heard him say, 'Thank you.'

Mari

I picked this up at a lovely second hand bookstore while visiting an island with my girlfriend. I was a bit tight with money at the time, as it was the last days of our trip, so I hesitantly put it down and left. Hours later, something prompted me to go back and find it. I was so anxious someone else would’ve snatched it before I got back to the store, that I was dragging my gf’s hand in the streets of Naxos to get to the bookstore as fast as possible. I’m very happy I managed to go back and my gf ended up buying it for me. Now! Back to the review. 

This story is heartbreakingly beautiful. Such a simple story that truly leaves its mark in your heart. Although sad, the ending leaves you feeling hopeful that there’s something better waiting all for all of us at the end of the road. Reading Nana’s POV was always delightful. A story about finding and choosing your person again and again until the end. A story about family, friendship, and the simple joys of everyday life through a cat’s eyes. I definitely recommend this gem and can’t wait to read more from Hiro Arikawa. 

Evmorfili Bairamidou

I picked this up at a lovely second hand bookstore while visiting an island with my girlfriend. I was a bit tight with money at the time, as it was the last days of our trip, so I hesitantly put it down and left. Hours later, something prompted me to go back and find it. I was so anxious someone else would’ve snatched it before I got back to the store, that I was dragging my gf’s hand in the streets of Naxos to get to the bookstore as fast as possible. I’m very happy I managed to go back and my gf ended up buying it for me. Now! Back to the review. 

This story is heartbreakingly beautiful. Such a simple story that truly leaves its mark in your heart. Although sad, the ending leaves you feeling hopeful that there’s something better waiting all for all of us at the end of the road. Reading Nana’s POV was always delightful. A story about finding and choosing your person again and again until the end. A story about family, friendship, and the simple joys of everyday life through a cat’s eyes. I definitely recommend this gem and can’t wait to read more from Hiro Arikawa. 

Emma Lechner

We take journeys to explore exotic new places and to return to the comforts of home, to visit old acquaintances and to make new friends. But the most important journey is the one that shows us how to follow our hearts... An instant and international bestseller, The Travelling Cat Chronicles has charmed readers around the world. With simple yet descriptive prose, this novel gives voice to Nana the cat and his owner, Satoru, as they take to the road on a journey with no other purpose than to visit three of Satoru's longtime friends. Or so Nana is led to believe... With his crooked tail--a sign of good fortune--and adventurous spirit, Nana is the perfect companion for the man who took him in as a stray. As they travel in a silver van across Japan, with its ever-changing scenery and seasons, they will learn the true meaning of courage and gratitude, of loyalty and love.

diya

A book that “speak[s] volumes about our need for connection—human, feline or otherwise” (The San Francisco Chronicle), The Travelling Cat Chronicles is a life-affirming anthem to kindness and self-sacrifice that shows how the smallest things can provide the greatest joy—the perfect gift for cat lovers and travellers! We take journeys to explore exotic new places and to return to the comforts of home, to visit old acquaintances and to make new friends. But the most important journey is the one that shows us how to follow our hearts... An instant international bestseller and indie bestseller, The Travelling Cat Chronicles has charmed readers around the world. With simple yet descriptive prose, this novel gives voice to Nana the cat and his owner, Satoru, as they take to the road on a journey with no other purpose than to visit three of Satoru's longtime friends. Or so Nana is led to believe... With his crooked tail—a sign of good fortune—and adventurous spirit, Nana is the perfect companion for the man who took him in as a stray. And as they travel in a silver van across Japan, with its ever-changing scenery and seasons, they will learn the true meaning of courage and gratitude, of loyalty and love. On New York Post's Required Reading List

this is so ... full of hope. a story about a cat and its master finding each other again and again and again. it’s a story about friendship, family and just our relationships with other people and how we can affect each other. had a good cry at the end, what a ride. 

開花

Ghofran Mustafa 

Tbh I read it because 
the title attracted me "I love cats".
I thought it was a fictional novel at first, turns out that I was wrong.

the story is about 
a young man and his cat Nana,
traveling across Japan.
during his travels, he meets various people like his childhood friend and his first love.
about the bonds we share with family, friends and our pets.
The story is deeper than it seems.
It touched me, you'll cry while reading it "If you're a sensitive person like me".
It worth the time I spent on it.

PS.
you don't have to be a cat lover to enjoy it.

Easily one of my favorite books (that has a cat as part of the characters).

raya

Ásztai Anna

Your cat knows how you feel and they love you. They understand, and they will be with you until the end of time. Today I will go out and pet and feed all the cats on the street because they are my best friends.

deniz

O gato Nana está viajando pelo Japão. Ele não sabe muito bem para onde está indo ou por que, mas ele está sentado no banco da van prata de Satoru, seu dono. Lado a lado, eles cruzam o país para visitar velhos amigos. O fazendeiro durão que acredita que gatos só servem para caçar ratos, o simpático casal dono de uma pousada que aceita animais, e o marido abandonado pela esposa que ama animais. Mas qual é o motivo dessa viagem? E por que todos estão tão interessados em Nana e Satoru? Ninguém sabe muito bem o que está acontecendo e Satoru não diz nada, mas quando Nana descobrir o motivo da viagem, seu pequeno coração passará por uma das mais difíceis provas de suas sete vidas. Narrado em vozes alternadas, esse romance emocionante e divertido nos mostra um jovem de grande coração e um narrador-gato muito esperto, numa amizade que desafia as fronteiras de um país e da própria vida.

Relatos de um gato viajante

lindo livro, de verdade sinto que vou levar pra minha vida o satoru e o nana

victor

had me in tears at 5 in the morning thinking about my cats

Lettuce Wrapped Cabbage Cat

cried. laughed. then cried again. isn’t that life

Natasha Mok

maryam

this is one of the best book i've read in a long time, and one of my favorite books in the world

i don't know how much i can say, because i've literally just finished and can't stop crying my eyes out but this book is everything. i don't think i've cried so hard over a book before. nana's and satoru's love for each other is the purest kind of love, and being able to witness that was such a special thing. i am so grateful for this book.

Alexander Sandberg

Jessica Biwang

A very heartwarming novel 💜

As a cat lover, I can relate to Satoru in so many levels. I just hope that I also have his heart for forgiveness and understanding. I finished this book while crying my heart out and I will definitely recommend this book to everyone. One of my best books this year 💜🥹

Aku adalah seekor kucing. Dia adalah seorang pemuda penyuka kucing. “Kau selalu tidur di sini?” Kenapa mau protes? “Manisnya ....” Memang. Banyak yang bilang begitu. “Boleh ku sentuh ?” Maaf saja, tidak boleh. Kukira dia hanya akan jadi satu dari sekian banyak orang yang cuma lewat dalam kehidupanku sebagai kucing liar. Akan tetapi, dia menyelamatkan nyawaku. Sebagai gantinya, aku biarkan dia memeliharaku, karena aku ini kucing yang manis. Setelah lima tahun kami bersama, Satoru harus mencari orang untuk mengadopsiku karena satu dan lain hal. Maka, kami berdua pun memulai sebuah perjalanan panjang mengendarai mobil wagon perak kesukaanku ke berbagai penjuru negeri untuk menemui teman-teman lama Satoru. Akan tetapi, ada satu hal yang Satoru sembunyikan dariku... The Traveling Cat Chronicles adalah salah satu novel karya Arikawa Hiro dengan tema dan alur cerita tidak biasa dan berhasil diterjemahkan dan terkenal di berbagai negara selain Jepang. Novel ini mengisahkan persahabatan antara seekor kucing bernama Nana dan pemiliknya bernama Satoru. Lewat narasi yang diceritakan melalui sudut pandang seekor kucing, ikuti petualangan Satoru dan Nana berkeliling Jepang! Informasi lain: Judul: The Traveling Cat Chronicles Penulis: Arikawa Hiro Jumlah Halaman: 364 Format: Soft Cover Bahasa: Indonesia Tanggal Terbit: 17 Mei 2019 Penerbit: Haru Berat: 0.27 kg Dimensi: 19 x 13 cm ISBN: 9786025385858

The Traveling Cat Chronicles

Sheryl

i’ll adore you til the end of time the travelling cat chronicles by hiro arikawa.. i will, i swear it

(missed my gym appointment, i was too busy being a blubbering mess) 

cats teach us how to love. 

(missed my gym appointment, i was too busy being a blubbering mess) 

revesjrnal

nothing just a book about a cat and the owner relationship as they travel together and I just thought that’s very sweet also the ending is soo bittersweet…

Kate

cat mom found dead on a ditch

cause of death: this book

jess

I cried. This book, which i spend only 3 hours because I am too engrossed reading this,,,,, i cried. So good, touching and meaningful. Definitely recommend to anyone, everyone. (Honestly ive been recommending to all of my friends about this book its just so good). 5 out of 5

This is one of the best books I've read recently. It's written rather simply but the message behind the story is so deep and meaningful. Having the book be written from the perspective of a cat is really something unique and not common. The ending broke my heart  and I wish I could comfort the cat myself.

Ksenija 

my best read this year. satoru has a gentle soul, no wonder nana immediately warmed up to him and fiercely loved him until his last days (and i, too). 

The Travelling Cat Chronicles

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