For me, Omoide Emanon is a work that everyone should read at some point in their lives. The light and enjoyable way the narrative unfolds contrasts with the complexity and depth of the story, making immersion even more intense. The artwork is stunning, possessing a unique quality that gives it its own personality.
Omoide Emanon is a profound poetry about cycles and change. What would you do if you had a memory of three billion years? Remembering every action and decision, no matter how insignificant, while questioning each step about the meaning of life—observing the world in a "neutral" way as each year passes, as if you were merely passing through, with your life reduced to a trivial journey, devoid of meaning or reason—just an instinct.
Imagine traveling repeatedly through the same place. The location remains unchanged, but the people evolve. This transience is as poetic as it is ephemeral. After repeated "travels," nothing seems to make sense; everything becomes fleeting, infinitely trapped in its own existence. Everything feels so futile yet so full of beauty. What do you feel while reading? I would say it’s a mix of emotions: sadness for her being doomed to eternally relive the same steps, reexperiencing everything she has done. Yet, the story is also sweet, as despite her pain, she tries to connect with those around her. It’s profound how her relationships branch out, revealing the complexity and weight of the human heart.
