What Stayed Behind is a quiet series of short stories, each beginning with something small—something forgotten, unused, or left behind. The first volume tells a longer, meditative tale: when a young woman finds a pair of unopened dog nail clippers, it awakens memories of her late companion and...

In the peaceful days of high school, Sora appears as a mysterious transfer student with a radiant yet otherworldly presence. With her pure heart and innocent curiosity, she charms her classmates, but there’s something hidden behind her gentle smile. Sora forms deep connections, especially with Yu...