The Hundred-Yen Singer

Rinka Kazuki is an enka singer who sings traditional ballads in Tokyo countryside retreats and old folks' homes for hundred yen coins. She has high hopes, including a record contract and finding a loving relationship. Following her through the suburbs of Tokyo as she tries to avoid the pitfalls of her profession, this narrative spotlights her insightful commentary, showcasing her as one of the most engaging characters in Japanese fiction today.