To begin with

Chapter 1 Birds You Can See in the City
sparrow
Sparrows' Shower Time
Are you actually social distancing?
This proverb was not created by accident.
Survival Strategies of City Sparrows
Who is the cherry blossom season culprit?

wood pigeon
Indifferent wood pigeon
I do it too! Sunbathing!
Best on a rainy day

domestic pigeon
Pigeons were not originally found in nature.
There are two types of pigeons that are commonly seen.
I'm serious about courting you
Dad can breastfeed too?

Large-billed crow
crows catching heat
Summer Limited! Crow Nostrils Reveal Event
What if there is food in an unusual place?
Seriously hiding food
I know everything about human food.
How Crows Threaten Humans

starling
Group sparring
It grows well wherever you go.
Visiting the Starling School
The Secret of the Starling's Beak

White Wagtail
'The bird' that walks at incredible speed
Even if it seems fun, don't let your guard down
Where they return home at sunset
Midnight Snack Time

A 'new' discovery you never knew about before ① Bird beaks come in many shapes

Chapter 2 Birds you can see in residential areas
titmouse
Buying a home in the city
The ultimate in cleanliness! Park Sae
They speak their own language
Even adults want to complain

Straight-legged copper
Loss due to crying?
Gourmet? No, I'm a gourmet.
Cross the sea at the risk of your life
A new straight line that makes you want to cheer

White-eye
Does it look like a whistle?
The universe's most goosebump-inducing couple
Sweet Maniac Dongbok
The heart of a parent of a white-faced magpie

whistle bird
Besides “ho-oh hor-reuk”
A Beginner's Whistler's Challenge

swallow
The migratory life of a swallow
The place under the eaves is a good place
Swallows suffering from housing shortage
Riverbed swallow gathering

thrush
It looks like you're losing your mind
Owner of a unique method
The Promise of the Magpie
A magpie practicing singing in secret

woodpecker
Idol-level presence
I protect my territory

A 'new' discovery you never knew about before ② The shape of bird legs is also diverse.

Chapter 3 Birds you can see at the waterfront and parks
kingfisher
A gruesome dining scene
Completed urban adaptation
Let's learn how to express affection!
The Reversal of a Beautiful Bird

chicks
A chick? A duck?
Secret nest above the water
The ultimate diving technique for a squid
Moment of Independence

common heron
Surviving dinosaurs?
There's leftover food
Owner of a proud posture
The aesthetics of waiting

Sun-egret and little egret
My name is
The active hunter, the little egret
At first glance, it looks like a penguin?
I like dark nights

White-cheeked Pintail
Lonely White-cheeked Duck
White-cheeked black duck moving day
Parenting is solely the mother's responsibility.
White-cheeked duck, a resident bird
Fashion terrorist?
The duck's penis that I only heard about through rumors

Fashionistas of the Waterfront: Winter Ducks
Gobangori, owner of a unique eating method
The master of whirlpools on the water, the broad-billed
Hongmeori Landing Operation
On land, a body? A white-tailed deer
A mallard with a different cry
Leisurely Traveler's Duck

coot
Do you think I look like a fool?
If versatility is a sin, then is being a water hen a sin?

freshwater cormorant
What are you doing?
Best to travel together

A 'new' discovery you never knew about ③ Three things to remember when encountering wild birds
A 'new' discovery you never knew about before ④ What if a baby bird landed on the ground?

In conclusion

Familiar presence, unexpected charm
Sparrows, pigeons, and crows are common birds we see around us.
Would you believe that these familiar birds we pass by every day actually lead quite delightful, and sometimes bizarre, lives? "The Surprisingly Lovely Daily Life of Birds" is a book that captures the surprising habits and quirky charms of seemingly ordinary birds in a cute and witty comic format.

Humorously capturing the little moments of a bird's day
This book focuses on birds that live close to our lives, such as in cities, residential areas, and parks, and observes and records their small daily lives and unique behaviors.
The author captures the 'specialness in the ordinary' with his meticulous depiction of the birds' movements, expressions, and dialogue, bringing a warm smile to readers.
In particular, it is notable that the ecology is interpreted humorously from an everyday perspective rather than scientifically.

A warm look at birds in everyday life
This book, which will make both those who are well-versed in birds and those who are just beginning to become interested in them laugh and get lost in, goes beyond simple observations and contains a warm gaze that looks at existence as it is.
The author's gaze, which gives meaning to even the smallest actions of birds, allows readers to see the hidden beings in familiar scenery in a new light.

A surprising but definite loveliness
"The Surprisingly Lovely Daily Life of Birds" has been receiving explosive responses in Japan since its release, with comments like, "It's so cute!" and "I want to see birds while reading it."
If you're a reader who wants to find small moments of laughter and relaxation in the midst of a complex daily life, we recommend immersing yourself in the lovely world of birds.