Collectors of Japanese photobooks, fans of Sumiko Kiyooka’s work, and those who appreciate lyrical, age-appropriate portrayals of youth.

Would recommend if you enjoy Rinko Kawauchi or Girls by Nobuyoshi Araki (though much softer in tone).

★★★★☆ (4.5/5)

At just 40 pages, it’s a concise but evocative visual poem. Fans of Japanese kawaii aesthetic and coming-of-age documentary photography will appreciate the subtlety, though some may wish for more variety in settings or a deeper narrative arc. The printing quality is excellent, with muted pastel tones that enhance the cocoon-like atmosphere.