The Keeper of the Camphor Tree

From Keigo Higashino, the multi-million-copy bestselling author of The Miracles of the Namiya General Store, comes a spellbinding, deeply moving international bestseller about mystery, human connection, and an ancient tree that bridges the spiritual world.

About the Book: Imagine an ancient tree standing quietly by a famous shrine, imbued with a power so profound that visitors travel from far and wide to commune with it under the moonlight. When a streak of bad luck lands young Reito in serious trouble and on the verge of imprisonment, a distant aunt he never knew existed offers him an unexpected lifeline: he must become the next keeper of the camphor tree. In his strange new role, Reito welcomes the mysterious visitors who arrive after nightfall—each of them lost, grieving, and searching for answers. Among them is a stern middle-aged man who hums to the tree for hours, his glamorous daughter who secretly follows him, and a cynical, wealthy young man harboring deep skepticism. What is the true secret behind the camphor tree, and is its legendary power more than just an old myth? When Reito begs his aunt Chifune for explanations, she tells him only that the answers will find him when he is ready.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Global Bestselling Author: Written by Keigo Higashino, one of Japan's most celebrated and widely read authors known for masterfully blending mystery with profound emotional depth.

• Masterful Translation: Elegantly translated by Jordan Taylor, capturing the poetic atmosphere, nuance, and warmth of the original Japanese masterpiece.

• Captivating & Magical Concept: Explores themes of fate, redemption, family secrets, and the comforting mystery of human connection.

• The Perfect Gift: An enchanting, soul-stirring present for fans of contemporary Japanese literature, cozy magical realism, and character-driven fiction.