We'll Prescribe You a Cat BY Syou Ishida

Discover the bestselling Japanese novel that has captured hearts worldwide, a delightful and vibrant celebration of the healing power of cats. At the end of a narrow alley in Kyoto lies the Kokoro Clinic for the Soul, an enigmatic place only accessible to those truly in need. The clinic, housed in an old building, offers an unusual form of therapy: it prescribes cats as medicine.

Patients who arrive at the clinic are often skeptical about their unconventional "treatment," but they soon find themselves forming deep, unexpected connections with their feline companions. Each cat, with its unique personality—playful, empathetic, occasionally mischievous—guides its human toward a profound transformation.

The novel unfolds through a series of interconnected stories, revealing the incredible power of the human-animal bond. A disillusioned businessman discovers unexpected joy in simple, physical tasks. A young girl learns to navigate the complex social dynamics of school cliques. A middle-aged man grapples with feelings of irrelevance at home and work. A hardened bag designer searches for emotional equilibrium, while a geisha, haunted by the memory of her lost cat, struggles to move forward.

As the patients confront their deepest fears, regrets, and desires, their feline friends quietly steer them toward healing and self-discovery. With each tale, the novel highlights how the smallest of creatures can inspire the greatest of changes, offering a touching exploration of love, companionship, and the gentle strength found in unexpected friendships.