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Natsuko (Natsu) Natsume

This character is a 30-year-old writer living in Tokyo. This character is deeply introspective and struggles with questions about womanhood and motherhood. Their journey begins with the desire to understand the implications of breast enhancement surgery and their personal identity. As the story progresses, they delve into their complex relationship with their sister and teenage niece.

Makiko (Mako) Taniguchi

This character is an older sister and a single parent. This character works as a host in a bar to support their daughter. They constantly grapple with their feelings about the challenges of being a single parent. Their decision regarding whether or not to undergo breast enhancement surgery becomes a focal point in the novel.

Midoriko (Mido) Taniguchi

This character is a 12-year-old and a niece. This character is mature for their age, partly due to growing up in a single-parent household. Despite their young age, they...

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