At 17, I rode a bicycle— Tsu, Kumano, Owase, Matsusaka. Tracing the sea and roads of my hometown, Mie, this book records days of youth and memories of an era. The winds of the Showa era, the breaths of the people who lived on the land, and a boy's feelings. I have recorded 'that summer' left beyond National Route 42.

For many years I worked on shipbuilding sites, watching the sea, people, machines, and the memories of the times. Now I write novels, essays, and ZINEs about journeys and the memories of places, and about the people I met in manufacturing settings. I have a fondness for the flashy, but I prefer modesty — I aim to create works that quietly remain in someone's heart.

At a snow sports day, realizing how clumsy you are while searching for mandarins buried in the snow. When someone says about butter-corn ramen, "I can't eat butter on carbohydrates—I'm afraid of the calories," you feel like asking, "Then is butter really not used in that tarako (cod roe) pasta of yours?" The helplessness of not being able to answer the origin of the name コーチャンフォー even though you often rely on it. A Dosanko essay written by an author born and raised in Hokkaido. Whether you live in Hokkaido or not, why not get a taste of Dosanko life? ☆As a bonus, one small bookmark-sized photo will be included.

"Ito-Yokado was not just a supermarket, but like a member of the family, like a part of myself — that sort of presence." (From the afterword) At the beginning of 2025, Ito-Yokado withdrew from Hokkaido. Ito-Yokado, which opened around the time the author was born and which the author's family had been using since before they had memories, was like a second home. Shopping at a supermarket may seem like an ordinary everyday routine, but whether in sickness or in health, the supermarket the author visited countless times alone or with family was one of those important places that went beyond "just a place to shop." In this zine, the author — who continues to love Ito-Yokado — passionately talks about what they felt while using Ito-Yokado, memories of Poppo and Famille, part-time work experiences, and products they want to recommend.

Born in Sapporo, Hokkaido. I engage in writing activities centered on essays within Hokkaido. I aim to write and deliver pieces that make readers feel relaxed, at ease, and warm. 『そうだ、ヨーカドーに行こう。』 (2025) 『書いて願って、ZINEになるまで』 (2025) 『どさんこ日和』 (2026) Free paper『しえすた』 (since 2025) Major past event appearances: ZINE Fest Sapporo (Nov 2025, Apr 2026), Indie Books Holiday in salon, Literary Flea Market Sapporo (planned Jul 2026) X account @amamiya_umi

A ZINE event held at Osaka City Central Public Hall. Date: Sunday, December 13, 2026, 11:00–16:00. Admission: ¥500. Exhibitor spaces are one booth (half-table size); fees vary by plan (e.g., ¥4,800 / ¥5,800 per person). Note that consecutive exhibiting with ZINE Fes Bungei (Osaka), held in October, is not permitted.

A ZINE event held at Osaka City Central Public Hall, themed on poetry and diaries. General admission is from 11:00 to 16:00; admission fee is ¥500. Please note that consecutive exhibition with the December ZINE Fest Osaka is not allowed.

Bungaku Flea Market Kyoto 11 will be held on Sunday, January 17, 2027, from 12:00 to 17:00 at Kyoto City Industrial Promotion Hall "Miyakomesse". 1,800 booths are being recruited. From this event onward, admission for the Kyoto edition will be paid. Vendor applications are open from 2026/6/5 to 10/5.

Saki and Shiori are high school classmates who have been friends for ten years. They love reading and always talk about books whenever they meet. The two decided to try an exchange diary focused on books! It's a casual, easygoing reading ZINE filled with loose, hand-drawn illustrations. I made it so that every time you read it, you feel like you're chatting with a friend (^-^)v

Friends Saki and Shiori, who have been reading books together since high school, tried doing a “book exchange diary”! The second installment is out. Reading retreats, late nights, detours, funny stories... and more. I've packed in the cheerful everyday moments shared with books. I'd be happy if you read it casually, like joining in on friends' conversations (^-^)v

The ever-familiar Saki and Shiori book-exchange reading diary! The third volume is out. (woo—applause) We're letting our mutual passions run wild, but our love for books is sincere. The feature is a full-color "Our Bookshelf Tour" (^-^)v

An event for book lovers held at Tamagawa Takashimaya S.C. West Building 1F Arena Hall on June 20 (Sat) and June 21 (Sun) from 11:00–17:00 (last admission 16:30). More than 100 booths will participate across the two days. Enjoy a special pop-up by PASSAGE by ALLREVIEWS, a collaborative bookstore from Jinbocho, workshops making book tools using leather and knitting, and a food truck serving coffee and baked goods.

An event for book lovers held at the Tamagawa Takashimaya S.C. West Building 1F Arena Hall on June 20 (Sat) and June 21 (Sun) from 11:00 to 17:00 (last admission 16:30). Over 100 booths will be participating across the two days. Enjoy a special appearance by PASSAGE by ALLREVIEWS, a cooperative bookstore from Jimbocho, book-tool-making workshops (leatherwork and knitting), and food trucks serving coffee and baked goods.

6/13 10:00-17:00, 6/14 10:00-16:00 Also held concurrently with Nuno-haku (Fabric Expo). Not primarily focused on zines.

Life goes on nonetheless. Surrounded by what I love, I build a place for my heart. Days of reclaiming myself, for no one else. In the soft light, words breathe quietly and deeply.

Turning fragments of everyday life into words, cherishing life today as well. In an old room I write, my very own art de vivre. With my favorite chair and a free, gentle breath.

Former full-time housewife, suddenly divorced. Restarting almost from zero. Living alone in a room of an old rental apartment. Interiors, delicious food, the small joys of everyday life. Finding beauty in daily living, together with words.

[In my 50s — Re-editing my life from a single room]\r\nI now have over 3,000 followers on note.\r\nI'm very grateful!\r\n・・・・・・・・・・\r\nFormer full-time housewife. I divorced my husband suddenly and restarted almost from scratch. Although I waver as I spend time with my two sons, I quietly go about my days.\r\nI live alone in an old rental apartment.\r\nI share my life: interiors, good food, and everyday pleasures.\r\nI also use Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/etoile_note2025/