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This title, often used in Spanish and some other language editions, perfectly captures the melancholic, bluesy atmosphere of the story.
Norwegian Wood refers to a song that sparks memory, highlighting the nostalgic, bittersweet tone of the narrative.
The story begins with the suicide of Kizuki, Toru's best friend in high school. This event deeply shapes Toru and leaves him with a profound sense of loss. Kizuki’s girlfriend, Naoko , is also shattered by the event.
Late 1960s Tokyo, amidst student protests and cultural change.
The novel is fundamentally about the necessary, painful process of letting go of the past in order to move forward.
