Bestselling Author Riko Murai's New Essay Book 'Muraisan's Specialty Food Deliveries' to Be Released on June 16, 2026

Wani Books Ltd. (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President: Akinao Takahashi) has released 'Muraisan's Specialty Food Deliveries' by Riko Murai on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

A refreshing and energizing essay collection by the author of 'The End of My Brother' and 'Caring for In-Laws'!

"Ordering food is a mental workout— Eating crab alone during a work break is truly special."

With looming deadlines and endless translation tasks, plus caring for in-laws, raising children, and never missing the dog’s walk, what keeps me going through these hectic days is the fighting spirit to shop—

The legendary red snow crab from Kumihama, available only to those who call ahead

"Brilliant Daifuku of the Year"—Shimaya's banana and walnut daifuku

The nostalgic taste from childhood, slipped into pockets before heading out to play—Ashira Kamaboko's fish cakes

And more—translator and essayist Riko Murai introduces 16 beloved foods and goods, each accompanied by a personal essay.

For those whose motivation has gone missing— This book is for you. Just reading it will make your life force rise steadily.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Delicious Specialty Deliveries I’ll Rely on for Life Chapter 2: Fun Deliveries That Make People Ask, "Where Did You Get That?" Chapter 3: How I Became a Collector—Things and Family Appendix: Wanting to Meet Crab Expert Mr. Takeuchi

Book Information

'Muraisan's Specialty Food Deliveries'

Author: Riko Murai

Release Date: June 16, 2026

Price: ¥1,815 (tax included)

ISBN: 978-4-8470-7657-2

Publisher: Wani Books

Amazon

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4847076575

Profile

Riko Murai (born 1970 in Shizuoka Prefecture) is a translator and essayist. She lives by Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture with her husband, twin sons, and a Golden Retriever named Theo. Her published works include 'Family,' 'Meals That Make My Family and Me Happy' (Akishobo), 'The End of My Brother,' 'All Are Villains' (CE Media House), 'Caring for In-Laws' (Shinchosha), 'The Possessed Life of a Translator' (Yamakei Publishers), and others. Her translations include 'Toaster: A Life in the Making' (Shinchosha Bunko), 'The Killer of Golden State' (Akishobo), 'Education' (Hayakawa Publishing), 'The Responsibility of Ejaculation' (Ohta Publishing), 'Poe Dreams of the Sea' (Horupu Publishing), among others.