This is Mitsuyo Kakuta's Naoki Prize-winning novel, "The Woman on the Other Shore." Sayoko, a full-time housewife, hires a babysitter to look after her child. The woman who appears before her is Aoi, a woman who has lived a contrasting life. The friendship and misunderstandings between the two women, and their respective loneliness, are depicted with a fresh touch. The novel realistically portrays the worries and conflicts that all women face, and it's a moving story that stays with you long after you finish reading it. There are no noticeable scratches or stains, and it's in relatively good condition. Author: Mitsuyo Kakuta Price: 514 yen (excluding tax) Condition: No noticeable scratches or stains Shipping method: Scheduled to be sent via Nekopos Other: Immediate purchase is welcome. Please feel free to comment if you have any questions.