Amefuri Kozou

📖 SYNOPSIS

"Amefuri Kozou," the second story in "The Lion Books" series, tells of a boy's encounter with a lonely umbrella ghost. The ghost, wearing traditional Geta sandals, is befriended by the boy, who promises rain boots in exchange for three wishes. The boy grows up, completely forgetting the promise and the ghost he befriended. Years later, a forgotten memory resurfaces, prompting him to return to his hometown. He seeks out the bridge where he first met the Rain Boy. The story explores themes of forgotten promises, the power of memory, and the enduring connection between people and the supernatural, all set within a gentle and moving hometown fantasy.