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Kamogawa Restaurant

The Kamogawa Restaurant series in reading order: 2 books reviewed on The Bookish Elf, first published between 2013 and 2014.

Book 1 in one line: With its unique premise, heartwarming stories, and mouthwatering food descriptions, The Kamogawa Food Detectives offers a reading experience as comforting and satisfying as a home-cooked meal. It's a love letter to the power of food to connect us to our…

Books reviewed2
Series average3.8★
Where to start
The Kamogawa Food Detectives cover
Book 1The Kamogawa Food Detectives2013 · ★ 3.5

A detective story with a heartwarming twist — and delicious food!

Read our review of The Kamogawa Food Detectives →
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The Kamogawa Food Detectives cover
Start hereThe Kamogawa Food Detectives2013 · ★ 3.5

A detective story with a heartwarming twist — and delicious food!

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The Restaurant of Lost Recipes cover
LatestThe Restaurant of Lost Recipes2014 · ★ 4.0

Where food unlocks forgotten memories and brings healing to the heart.

Frequently asked questions

What is the reading order of the Kamogawa Restaurant series?

The Kamogawa Food Detectives, The Restaurant of Lost Recipes.

Where should I start the Kamogawa Restaurant series?

Start with The Kamogawa Food Detectives, first published in 2013.

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