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| Original Title | アド・バルーン |
|---|---|
| Author | 織田 作之助 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Born into a life of abandonment and branded a delinquent, Jukichi's existence is a relentless cycle of foster homes and failed apprenticeships. But when a desperate, penniless pursuit of love leaves him broken on the streets of Osaka, he makes a mad, impossible vow: to walk hundreds of miles to Tokyo with only sixty-three sen to his name. This reckless act ignites a journey into the heart of early 20th-century Japan, plunging him into a labyrinth of destitution, unexpected kindness, and profound self-discovery. As he grapples with his own restless spirit and the ghosts of a past he can't outrun, Jukichi must decide if he can ever truly break free from his wandering disposition to find a purpose, a home, or even a chance at redemption. His desperate journey will reveal if a man defined by every stumble can ever truly find his footing. |
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