A Journal Of My Father
Also known as: Chichi no Koyomi, 父の暦, Min fars dagbok, Spomenar mog oca, Le Journal de mon père, Die Sicht der Dinge, O Diário do Meu Pai, El almanaque de mi padre
by Jirou Taniguchi
KNOW THY FATHER After well over a decade’s absence, Yoichi Yamashita journeys back to his hometown to attend his father’s funeral. As the relatives gather and the stories flow alongside the drinks, Yoichi’s childhood starts to resurface. The spring afternoon playing on the floor of his father’s barber shop, the fire that ravaged the city and his family home, his parents’ divorce and a new ‘mother’. Through confidences and memories shared with those who knew him best, Yoichi rediscovers the man he had long considered an absent and rather cold father. (Source: Ponent Mon)
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The StoryHoard editorial verdict
A quietly affecting slice-of-life story about a son returning home for his father's funeral and the stories his relatives tell.
Pros
- Gentle, reflective tone
- Touching portrait of family memory
Cons
- Slow, low-action pace
- Few dramatic beats
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After well over a decade away, Yoichi Yamashita returns to his hometown to attend his father's funeral. As the relatives gather and the stories flow alongside the drinks, he begins to see his father in new ways. The premise is a slice-of-life story about grief, family and the way memories are shared.The strength is the sensitivity. The conversations among relatives feel natural and warm, and the story treats its loss with restraint. The gradual revelations about the father feel earned.The weaknesses are about the pace. The story is slow and low on dramatic incident, which may frustrate readers who want more action. The short run leaves some threads gentle rather than fully resolved.Recommended for readers who enjoy quiet, reflective family stories. Expect a thoughtful, moving read that rewards patience.
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