AutumnEclipsed t1_j1yo9l3 wrote on December 28, 2022 at 11:04 AM

I’ve been enjoying the “Before the Coffee Gets Cold” series by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. It’s about a cafe in Japan that has a special seat that allows you to time travel. There are certain rules you must abide by such as only being able to meet with other people who have been to the cafe and you must complete your visit before the coffee gets cold.

It’s written in short stories of visiting patrons with continuity in the characters who work at the cafe. Rich character development, explores some deep questions time and life lessons, and is whimsical.

forgetme-nots OP t1_j1yorin wrote on December 28, 2022 at 11:10 AM

I already read the book and forgot to put it. You are right, Before the Coffee gets cold is the perfect example of that kind of feeling I'm looking for. But still, thanks for the recommendation!